How much does it cost to rent in Hammond, LA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Hammond, LA is $1,295. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Hammond cheaper than other Louisiana cities?

Hammond is among the more affordable cities in Louisiana, ranking #35 out of 46 cities at $1,295/mo.

When was Hammond rent data last updated?

Hammond rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Hammond

Name: Average Rent Prices in Hammond, LA
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Pop. 21,539·35th most expensive in Louisiana·Hammond rents are up 5.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,295/mo

Year-over-Year

+5.7%

Month-over-Month

+2.8%

vs US Median

-$670

Rising (Monthly)

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Hammond · $1,295

More affordable than 88% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

39/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% above what Hammond's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,295/mo

Expected by trend

$1,230/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Hammond's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,000

1 BR

$1,020

2 BR

$1,150

3 BR

$1,440

4 BR+

$1,920

Research median

$1,150/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$15,540/yr

At $1,295/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 5.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+5.7% YoY, +2.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Hammond, LA is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

21,539

Median income

$48,166

Median age

27.7

Renters

54%

Age distribution

21%

38.1%

18.3%

12.9%

Under 1821%

18–3438.1%

35–5418.3%

55–649.7%

65+12.9%

Gender

49.8%

50.2%

Male49.8%

Female50.2%

Race & ethnicity

50.4%

43.4%

White50.4%

Black43.4%

Hispanic3%

Asian1.3%

Other1.9%

Education (25+)

13.7%

25.5%

33.1%

27.7%

No HS diploma13.7%

HS diploma25.5%

Some college33.1%

Bachelor's+27.7%

Housing tenure

46%

54%

Owner46%

Renter54%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2022 vs 2026

How Hammond, LA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,150 → $1,295

up 12.6%

Income

$37,302 → $48,166

up 29.1%

Population

19,374 → 21,539

up 11.2%

Renter share

52.8% → 54%

+1.2 pts

Bachelor's+

31.8% → 27.7%

-4.1 pts

Rent in Hammond, LA has increased 12.6% since 2022, going from about $1,150 per month to roughly $1,295 today. Median household income grew from $37,302 to $48,166 between 2021 and 2024, a 29.1% shift. Income growth outran rent by about 16.5 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 19,374 to 21,539 between 2021 and 2024, a 11.2% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 31.8% to 27.7%. Taken together, the five-year picture in Hammond, LA reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Hammond on your salary?

At $1,295/mo, how Hammond rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $82,198/yr · Rent = 18.9% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $58,360/yr · Rent = 26.6% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $67,225/yr · Rent = 23.1% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $120,156/yr · Rent = 12.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $153,529/yr · Rent = 10.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,645/yr · Rent = 28.4% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $49,338/yr · Rent = 31.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $60,813/yr · Rent = 25.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

Hammond rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Hammond. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Hammond, LA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hammond is $1,295/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,000/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,150/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,020/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,440/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($48,166/yr), Hammond ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hammond an affordable city for renters?

Hammond is considered moderate for renters. At $1,295/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($48,166/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hammond slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Hammond?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $52,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,295/mo in Hammond. The local median household income is $48,166/yr, meaning the typical Hammond household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hammond?

Rent in Hammond has increased 5.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Hammond neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Hammond are 70401 ($1,218/mo), and 70403 ($1,334/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Hammond is $1,295/mo.

How does Hammond rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Hammond is one of the more affordable cities in Louisiana for rent, ranking #35 out of 46 tracked cities at $1,295/mo.

What percentage of Hammond residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 54% of Hammond households are renters, while 46% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Hammond has a strong rental market.

How does Hammond rent compare to the national average?

Hammond's median rent of $1,295/mo is $670 (34%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #35 out of 46 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $1,295/mo, rent takes ~32% of Hammond's median household income ($48,166/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hammond 32%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.85–4.25%

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