Evanston, IL — Church Planting
This area covers approximately a 3-mile radius (or about a 10-minute drive time) from Evanston, IL. It includes Skokie, IL.
The 2000 Census showed a total population of about 260,000 people. Minimal population growth is expected in these areas, so these population numbers should remain stable. In 2000 the area was 15% Hispanic, 18% Black, and 11% Asian. In 1990, 32% of the population was 25 or under. 71% of the population speaks only English.
The 1990 Census showed that employment was largely in the areas of retail trades, manufacturing, and education.
In 1990 the median home price was about $148,000. There were about 44,000 housing units (not counting apartments). Average rent was $560. The average home was built in 1944. There was an average of 2.31 people per household. Average household income was $34,000.
According to the current directories there appear to be a small number of Southern Baptist churches in the area (2-5).
For further information:
Right now it is difficult to put together 2000 Census data for this predefined area (set of zip codes). However, you can easily find the 2000 Census data for any city or county in the area. Go to www.census.gov and click on "American Fact Finder." For more religious information about the area, check the churches listed in the online yellow pages (such as qwestdex.com) or contact a local chamber of commerce. For precise growth projections, check the Illinois state data center website.
| Total 2000 Population | 263,684 | 1990 Census Housing | ||
| Hispanic | 39,801 | 15.10% | Median housing value | $147,902 |
| Black | 48,477 | 18.40% | Housing units | 44,112 |
| Asian | 29,801 | 11.30% | Average home built in | 1944 |
| Speak English only | 71% | Average monthly rent | $564 | |
| Average household size | 2.31 | |||
| Population Trends | ||||
| 1970 | 266,073 | 1990 Census Age | ||
| 1980 | 242,956 | -8.70% | Population 25 and under | 32.40% |
| 1990 | 255,774 | 5.30% | ||
| 2000 | 263,684 | 3.10% | ||
| 1990 Employment by Industry | ||||
| Retail trades | 14.79% | |||
| Manufacturing | 13.40% | |||
| Education | 12.18% | |||
| Median household income | $34,379 |
Zip codes: 60076, 60201, 60202, 60203, 60208, 60626, 60645, 60660
