Southeast Chicago, IL
This area covers approximately 8 miles x 9 miles in southeastern Chicago.
The 2000 Census showed a total population of about 687,000 people. Minimal population growth or even loss is expected in these areas, so these population numbers should remain fairly stable or decline. In 2000 the area was 6% Hispanic, 86% Black, and .7% Asian. In 1990, 39% of the population was 25 or under.
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 $68,000. There were about 112,000 housing units (not counting apartments). Average rent was $536. The average home was built in 1948. There was an average of 2.9 people per household.
In 1990, 14.7% of the population had undergraduate or graduate degrees.
There are many Southern Baptist churches in the area.
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 Southeast Chicago
| Total 2000 Population | 687,209 | 1990 Census Housing | ||
| Hispanic | 42,012 | 6.10% | Median housing value | $68,197 |
| Black | 591,577 | 86.10% | Housing units | 112,220 |
| Asian | 5,141 | 0.70% | Average home built in | 1948 |
| Speak English only | 92% | Average monthly rent | $433 | |
| Average household size | 2.9 | |||
| Population Trends | ||||
| 1970 | 986,863 | 1990 Census Education | ||
| 1980 | 865,242 | -12.30% | Undergrad or grad degrees | 14.70% |
| 1990 | 728,638 | -15.80% | ||
| 2000 | 687,209 | -5.70% | 1990 Census Age | |
| Population 25 and under | 39% | |||
| 1990 Employment by Industry | ||||
| Retail trades | 13.18% | |||
| Manufacturing | 12.68% | |||
| Finance/ insurance/ real estate | 12.06% | |||
| Median household income | $24,539 |
Zip codes: 60615, 60619, 60620, 60621, 60637, 60653, 60617, 60628, 60636, 60643, 60649