East Chicago, Indiana

US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates ยท 2022

IN

East Chicago Demographics Overview

Total Population
26,363
ACS 2022 estimate
Median Household Income
$39,434
Annual household income
โ–ผ 47% vs US avg
Median Home Value
$84,900
Owner-occupied homes
โ–ผ 70% vs US avg
Median Gross Rent
$779
Monthly rent (incl. utilities)
โ–ผ 33% vs US avg
Median Age
36.0 years
Median age of residents
โ–ผ 7% vs US avg

Income & Economy

Median Household Income
$39,434
US avg: $74,580
vs. National Median-47.1%

Housing

Median Home Value
$84,900
US avg: $281,900
Median Gross Rent
$779/mo
US avg: $1,163/mo
Rent vs. National Avg-33.0%

Population

Total Population26,363
Median Age
36.0 years
US avg: 38.9 yrs

Data Source

Data for East Chicago comes from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, covering the period 2018โ€“2022.

The ACS 5-Year estimates provide the most reliable demographic statistics available, especially for smaller communities, by pooling 5 years of survey data.

Learn more about the ACS โ†’

East Chicago, IN โ€” Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Chicago demographics

What is the population of East Chicago, Indiana?

According to the US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2022), the population of East Chicago, Indiana is 26,363.

What is the median household income in East Chicago?

The median household income in East Chicago, Indiana is $39,434 per year, according to the 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates. The US national median household income is approximately $74,580.

What is the cost of living in East Chicago?

Key cost indicators for East Chicago, Indiana:. Median home value: $84,900. Median gross rent: $779/month. Median household income: $39,434/year

What is the median home value in East Chicago?

The median home value in East Chicago, Indiana is $84,900, compared to the national median of approximately $281,900.

What is the average age in East Chicago?

The median age in East Chicago, Indiana is 36.0 years, compared to the US national median age of approximately 38.9 years.

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