East Chicago
East Chicago has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $19,391. Population has held roughly steady since 2000. 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 20%. Median home value is $41,800. The poverty rate of 25.6% is well above the national figure. Households here earn about 33% less than the Indiana median.
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How many people live in East Chicago, Indiana?
East Chicago, Indiana has about 33,892 residents according to the 1990 Census.
What is the median household income in East Chicago, Indiana?
The typical household in East Chicago, Indiana earns about $19,391 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is East Chicago, Indiana expensive?
In East Chicago, Indiana, the median home is worth about $41,800, and the typical rent is about $286 a month.
How educated are people in East Chicago, Indiana?
About 6.6% of adults age 25 and over in East Chicago, Indiana hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in East Chicago, Indiana?
About 25.6% of people in East Chicago, Indiana live below the federal poverty line.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024