Demographics in East Chicago, IN

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is East Chicago?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

26,158

Male

13,036

49.8%

Female

13,122

50.2%

Median Age

36.5

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

16.1%

Black

37.4%

Hispanic

56.5%

Asian

0.1%

Two or More

10.8%

Other

35.3%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

6.5%

High School or Higher

32.2%

Foreign Born

16.1%

Veterans

2.4%

Married

25.5%

Avg Household Size

2.6

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

East Chicago, IN has a population of 26,158 with a median age of 36.5. The racial makeup is 16.1% White, 56.5% Hispanic, 37.4% Black. About 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 16.1%.