Evanston, IL

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.

Map of Area | Map of Evanston

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