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Hammond Indiana Map

Explore Hammond, Indiana, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Hammond, Indiana

How to Use This Hammond, Indiana Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Hammond, Indiana. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Indiana or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Hammond.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Hammond
State	Indiana (IN)
County	Lake County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	41.621638
Longitude	-87.49381
Population	77,879
Density	1322.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	46324, 46320, 46323, 46325, 46327
Area Code	260
County Seat	Crown Point
School District	Hammond School City

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About Hammond, Indiana

Hammond is a locality in Lake County, Indiana, United States. It has a population of 77,879. The population density is 1322.9 people per km². Hammond is located at 41.6216°N, 87.4938°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Hammond is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 46324, 46320, 46323.

Hammond presents a landscape where the flat, industrious horizon meets the quiet persistence of the Midwestern plains. It lies 1.5 miles north-northeast of Munster, IN (from Munster, IN: bearing 26°T), and is situated 8.0 miles west of Gary. The terrain around Hammond remains largely level, a product of ancient glacial retreat that left behind a fertile, workable earth. To the south, the land eventually rises toward the distant, faint silhouette of the Stony Island Ridge, while the local moisture finds its way toward the Little Calumet River, which winds steadily through the outskirts. Residents often find that the light at dusk hits the open fields with a particular, pale clarity, casting long shadows that emphasize the expanse of the sky. Though the region feels grounded in the interior, the proximity to Buffington Harbor provides a subtle, maritime edge to the air, suggesting the vast, hidden influence of the nearby great waters.

Founders recognized the potential of the area’s strategic position, transforming what was once a quiet collection of agricultural tracts into a vital junction of commerce and rail. Hammond grew in response to the steam-driven ambition of the nineteenth century, quickly evolving from a small settlement into a robust hub of manufacturing. The history of Hammond is written in the brick foundations of its older neighborhoods and the enduring layout of its streets, which were designed to accommodate the heavy flow of freight and labor. As the decades passed, the character of the settlement solidified, reflecting a rugged, blue-collar resilience that persists in the architecture and the deliberate, unhurried gait of those who walk its sidewalks.

Economic life in Hammond thrives on a foundation of diverse industry, supported by a sophisticated network of rail lines and highways that connect the region to the broader national market. Modern commerce here is bolstered by a mix of logistics, manufacturing, and retail, providing a stable backbone for the local workforce. Educational opportunities are anchored by the presence of Purdue University Northwest, which serves as a center for intellectual development and professional training within the region. Infrastructure in Hammond is designed for efficiency, ensuring that the daily movement of goods and people remains consistent, while the proximity to industrial corridors keeps the local economy aligned with the pulse of the regional manufacturing sector.

Cultural life in Hammond is defined by the shared experiences of its residents, who gather for local festivals that celebrate the specific traditions of the region. Centennial Plaza and Trail serves as a primary point of connection, offering a space for recreation and community gatherings that define the rhythm of the seasons. While Hammond does not host its own major league professional sports franchises, the enthusiasm for college sports and regional athletics remains a powerful social thread, often drawing crowds to local arenas and school fields. On quiet afternoons, one might take a walk near the tranquil edges of Green Lake, where the water mirrors the shifting gray clouds, or find a moment of peace in the shade of the Elizabeth A Conkey Forest. These landmarks provide a necessary counterpoint to the industrious nature of the region, grounding the lives of those who call Hammond home in the simple, enduring beauty of the natural world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Columbia Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 216° SW
Kosciusko Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 093° E
United We Stand (Public Artwork) — 0.6 mi, 028° NE
Turner Soccer Fields (State Recreation Area) — 0.8 mi, 264° W
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 206° SW
Small Stone Henge Monument (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 212° SW
Centennial Plaza and Trail (State Recreation Area) — 1.5 mi, 218° SW
Lincoln Funeral Train Historic Marker (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 271° W
Burnham Woods Golf Course (State Conservation Area) — 1.7 mi, 292° W
Gibson Woods Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 2.1 mi, 124° SE
Calumet City Playfield (Local Resource Management Area) — 2.2 mi, 229° SW
Peteyville Christmas Lights (Attraction) — 2.4 mi, 127° SE
Calumet Park (State Park) — 4.8 mi, 293° NW
The Artist's Den - Walk-in Ceramic Studio (Arts Centre) — 4.9 mi, 160° S
Promise You Art House (Gallery) — 5.0 mi, 161° S
Former Lincoln School Entrance (Historic Ruins) — 5.9 mi, 281° W
Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore (Marine Protected Area) — 6.8 mi, 166° S
Sweet Woods (Nature Reserve) — 7.1 mi, 231° SW
Brownell Woods (Nature Reserve) — 7.3 mi, 236° SW
Indiana Dunes National Park (National Park) — 7.8 mi, 161° S · 11k acres
Memorial Stadium (Stadium) — 10.4 mi, 285° W
Michelle Obama's Childhood Home (Attraction) — 10.5 mi, 336° NW
Union Street Gallery (Gallery) — 11.0 mi, 222° SW
Black Cinema House (Cinema) — 11.1 mi, 332° NW
Vanderpoel Art Museum (Museum) — 11.2 mi, 307° NW
Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education (Museum) — 11.7 mi, 095° E
Al Capone's House (Attraction) — 11.7 mi, 327° NW
Giant Dome Theater (Cinema) — 12.5 mi, 339° N
Indiana Dunes State Park (State Park) — 22.2 mi, 083° E
Midewin Other (National Forest) — 30.7 mi, 239° SW · 18k acres

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