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Hammond, IL

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Population
499
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
672 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$102,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$817/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$77,019
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Hammond

Hammond is a quiet, tight-knit village of around 500 people in central Illinois. Nestled among the open farmland of Piatt County, it offers a peaceful, rural pace with an easy drive to larger hubs like Decatur and Champaign. Local students attend schools in the Arthur CUSD 305 district, and residents enjoy a relaxed atmosphere where neighbors know one another. It is a solid option for anyone seeking affordable small-town living and plenty of quiet, all within reach of city conveniences.

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Lower FEMA County Wildfire Risk IndexA+98.2ratingCounty Healthy Food Access & SecurityA96.7ratingRural FitA95.9rating

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