Hammond, Indiana
Hammond: The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana.
About
Hammond is a city located in the county of Lake in the U.S. state of Indiana. Its population at the 2010 census was 80,830 and a population density of 1,254 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 75,342 inhabitants.
The city was created 142 years ago in 1883.
Quick Facts about Hammond
| Population | 75,342 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Indiana (United States) |
| County | Lake County |
| Phone Area Codes | 219 |
| Area | 64.45 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.5834,-87.5000 |
| Altitude | 610 feet / 186, 176 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1884 (142 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 17:31:49 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 46320 |
| Density | 1,169 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -7.28% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 71℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Hammond is located at 41°35'0"N 87°30'0"W (41.5833700, -87.5000400).
Hammond map
Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 71. North wind around 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Hammond
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Hammond decreased by 7.28% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80,830 | - | census |
| 2011 | 80,233 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 79,671 | -0.71% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 79,041 | -0.8% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 78,625 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 77,737 | -1.14% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 77,200 | -0.7% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 76,529 | -0.88% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 75,954 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 75,638 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 75,342 | -0.39% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Hammond
1The PAV (Pavilion at Wolf Lake Memorial Park)
2324 Calumet Ave, Hammond, IN 46320, United States View details
Phone: +12199377942 | Website available
2Hessville Park
173rd St, Hammond, IN 46323, United States View details
Phone: +12198536378 | Website available
3Riverside Park
1245 River Dr, Hammond, IN 46324, United States View details
Phone: +12198536378 | Website available
4Gibson Woods Nature Preserve
6201 Parrish Ave, Hammond, IN 46323, United States View details
Phone: +12198443188 | Website available
5Harrison Park
5701-5805 Hohman Ave, Hammond, IN 46320, United States View details
Phone: +12198536378 | Website available
Where to Eat in Hammond
1Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
7750 Corinne Dr, Hammond, IN 46323, United States View details
Phone: +12198441259 | Website available
2Dunkin'
7334 Indianapolis Blvd, Hammond, IN 46324, United States View details
Phone: +12198445332 | Website available
Where to Stay in Hammond
1Hampton Inn & Suites Hammond
2842 Carlson Dr, Hammond, IN 46323, United States View details
Phone: +12196298720 | Website available
2Super 8 by Wyndham Hammond/North
4111 Calumet Ave, Hammond, IN 46320, United States View details
Phone: +12198528089 | Website available
People born in Hammond (83)
People born in Hammond, including pentecostal evangelist David Wilkerson, professional wrestler and actor Terry Funk, professional wrestler and trainer Dory Funk Jr., .
More notable people
- Mike D. Rogers (U.S. Representative) he was born in 16/07/1958
- Kathleen Burke (American actress (1913-1980)) she was born in 05/09/1913
- Jordan Schafer (Baseball player from the United States) he was born in 04/09/1986
- Carl Frederick Mengeling (Catholic bishop) he was born in 22/10/1930
- John Farrell (American speed skater and speed skating coach) he was born in 28/08/1906
- Jan Johnson (athletics competitor) he was born in 11/11/1950
- Michael Badnarik (American software engineer) he was born in 01/08/1954
- Aaron Rosand (American musician) he was born in 15/03/1927
- Jeremy Jordan (American singer and actor (born 1973)) he was born in 19/09/1973
- Bob Wilkins (American television host) he was born in 11/04/1932
- Stephan Bonnar (American mixed martial artist) he was born in 04/04/1977
- R.J.Q. Adams (professor of modern British history at Texas A&M University) he was born in 22/09/1943
- Charles B. Pierce (Director, screenwriter, producer, set decorator, cinematographer, and actor (1938-2010)) he was born in 16/06/1938
- Dory Funk (American professional wrestler (1919-1973)) he was born in 04/05/1919
- Glenn Michael Souther (spy) he was born in 30/01/1957
- Wade Guyton (American artist) he was born in 01/01/1972
- Bob Donham (American professional basketball player) he was born in 11/10/1926
- Frank Radovich (American basketball coach and basketball player) he was born in 03/03/1938
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Hammond, IN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 490805 | Purdue University Northwest | Hammond (IN) | 46323 |
Nearby Transit Stations (21)
Rail and bus stations connected to Hammond, IN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DYE | Dyer station | 913 Sheffield Avenue | RAIL |
| HMI | Hammond–Whiting station | 1135 South Calumet Ave. | RAIL |
| GRY | Gary, IN | 100 West 4th Avenue | BUS |
| HMW | Homewood | 18015 Park Ave. | RAIL |
| SMT | Summit | Archer Ave. and South Center Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Hammond.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| South Calumet Avenu Post Office | Hammond (IN) | 46324 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Hammond, Louisiana city in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States with a population of 21,359 people.
- Hammond, Wisconsin village in St. with a population of 2,429 people.
- Hammond, New York town in St. with a population of 1,153 people.
- Hammond, Illinois village in Illinois with a population of 478 people.
- Hammond, Minnesota city in Minnesota with a population of 167 people.
Other cities in Lake County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lake County , IN. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Gary | 74,693 | The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana. |
| Merrillville | 34,916 | Town in Ross Township, Lake County, Indiana |
| Crown Point | 30,906 | City in Indiana, USA |
| Schererville | 28,593 | Town in northwest Indiana, USA |
| Hobart | 27,913 | City in Lake County, Indiana, United States of America |
| East Chicago | 27,742 | City in Lake County, Indiana, United States |
| Munster | 22,483 | Town in the U. |
| Highland | 22,283 | Town in Lake County, Indiana, United States |
| Griffith | 16,032 | Town in Calumet and St. |
| Dyer | 15,955 | Town in Indiana |
| Cedar Lake | 13,588 | Town in Lake County, Indiana, United States |
| Lake Station | 11,850 | City in Indiana, United States |
| Lowell | 9,450 | Town in Lake County, Indiana, United States |
| Winfield | 5,486 | Town of the United States |
| Whiting | 4,814 | City in Lake County, Indiana, United States |
| Shelby | 2,737 | Census-designated place in Indiana, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Hammond distances to largest Indiana cities