Hammond

Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana

Population 137K |Median income $56,760 |6 hospitals

Population

136,738

Tangipahoa Parish

Median Income

$56,760

-16% vs avg

Median Home Value

$212,900

-7% vs avg

Median Age

35.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

137K+11%

Median Income

$56,760+40%

Median Home Value

$212,900+57%

Poverty Rate

19.2%-9%

Unemployment

6%-53%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,003/mo

Poverty Rate

19.2% +35% vs avg

Unemployment 6%

Bachelor's Degree+ 20.8%

Work From Home 7.2%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 61.2%

African American 29.3%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.9%

Asian 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

43%

High Blood Pressure

40.7%

Short Sleep Duration

38.6%

Physical Inactivity

30.4%

Frequent Mental Distress

20.8%

Current Smoking

18.6%

Binge Drinking

18.6%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.4%

Diabetes

14.6%

Current Asthma

10.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.5%

Dental Visit 57.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

9.5%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.3%

Stroke

4.1%

Hospitals 6 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

NORTH OAKS MEDICAL CENTER

HAMMOND · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Hammond Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago

Earthquakes

M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 138 km SW of Nikolski, Alaska

USGS · 1h ago

Weather Alerts

Blowing Snow Advisory Issued for Cartwright, Black Tickle, and Lodge Bay Regions

ECCC · 1h ago

Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Peninsula and Gulf Country Districts as Tropical Cyclone Narelle Approaches

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Minor Flood Warning Issued for Herbert River Catchment in North Queensland

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Tully and Murray Rivers; Moderate Flooding Possible at Euramo

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Hammond, LA? ▼

Hammond, LA has a population of 136,738 people, located in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana.

What is the median household income in Hammond? ▼

The median household income in Hammond, LA is $56,760 per year. The poverty rate is 19.2%.

What is the median home value in Hammond? ▼

The median home value in Hammond, LA is $212,900. Median rent is $1,003/month.

What are the top health concerns in Hammond? ▼

The top health indicators in Hammond include Obesity (43%), High Blood Pressure (40.7%), Short Sleep Duration (38.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Hammond? ▼

Hammond has 6 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Hammond? ▼

The median age in Hammond, LA is 35.9 years. 20.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Hammond, LA is located in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 137K and a median household income of $56,760, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 6 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Hammond area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Tangipahoa Parish) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.