What do homes cost across Lake County?
| City | Population | Median home value |
|---|---|---|
| Hammond | 77,098 | $141,700 |
| Gary | 68,604 | $85,300 |
| Merrillville | 36,343 | $194,000 |
| Crown Point | 34,042 | $272,800 |
| Hobart | 29,646 | $203,400 |
| Schererville | 29,627 | $294,600 |
| East Chicago | 26,158 | $92,400 |
| Highland | 23,749 | $219,500 |
| Munster | 23,733 | $312,000 |
| St. John | 21,639 | $370,800 |
| Dyer | 16,400 | $288,700 |
| Griffith | 16,228 | $200,400 |
| Cedar Lake | 14,686 | $259,900 |
| Lake Station | 13,109 | $124,800 |
| Lowell | 10,911 | $236,900 |
What assistance is available in Lake County?
No applicable programs have been verified for this city yet. Check the state housing finance agency for current assistance.
Sources
- U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates
- FHFA — 2026 Conforming Loan Limit Values
- HUD — 2026 FHA Forward Mortgage Limits (county file)
Data last updated October 23, 2026.
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