East Chicago, IN — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Lake County · Indiana
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for East Chicago based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
26,158
2023 ACS
Median Income
$41,071
2023
Median Home Value
$92,400
2023
Median Rent
$820
2023
Median Age
36.5
Unemployment
7.9%
Cost of Living Index
73.1
100 = national avg
East Chicago is a city in Lake County, Indiana, with a population of 26,158 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. East Chicago is one of the communities in Indiana.
The median household income in East Chicago is $41,071, and the median home value is $92,400. The cost of living index is 73.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $820 per month. The unemployment rate is 7.9%, and the median age is 36.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
26,158
Male
13,036
49.8%
Female
13,122
50.2%
Median Age
36.5
Education & Household
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
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.380
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
37.4%
Foreign Born
16.1%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
56.5%
14,769 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
43.5%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
24,569
English Only
59.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
9,930 speakers
Limited English
15.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
84.6%
Limited English Proficiency
15.4%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
619
2.4% of population
Disability Rate
10.3%
64 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$30,795
Unemployment Rate
13.7%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
605
97.7%
Female Veterans
14
2.3%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$30,795
Non-Veteran Income
$28,527
Difference
$2,268
8.0% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
64
Without Disability
555
Disability Rate
10.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
1,967
#1 Ancestry
Polish
1.5% (392)
#2 Ancestry
American
1.1% (284)
#3 Ancestry
German
1.0% (268)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
9,987
Family Households
5,677
56.8%
Married Couples
2,562
25.7%
Non-Family Households
4,310
43.2%
Single Mother Households
2,247
22.5%
Single Father Households
868
8.7%
Living Alone
3,726
37.3%
Children Under 18
Total Children
5,722
In Married Couple
2,229
39.0%
With Single Mother
3,073
53.7%
With Single Father
420
7.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$49,172
Married Couple Income
$68,900
Single Mother Income
$33,556
Single Father Income
$49,375
Avg Family Size
2.6
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
589
Grandparents Responsible
184
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$41,071
-44% vs national
Per Capita Income
$23,164
-38% vs national
Poverty Rate
27.0%
+99% vs national
Gini Index
0.4999
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
7.9%
+52% vs national
SNAP Recipients
33.2%
of households
How East Chicago Compares
East Chicago vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. East Chicago is highlighted.
Median Household Income
East Chicago, IN has a median household income of $41,071, making it the 24,918th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that East Chicago has a higher median household income than 11% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
East Chicago, IN has a per capita income of $23,164, making it the 23,916th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that East Chicago has a higher per capita income than 15% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
East Chicago, IN has a poverty rate of 27.0%, making it the 3,917th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that East Chicago has a higher poverty rate than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
East Chicago, IN has a unemployment rate of 7.9%, making it the 6,049th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that East Chicago has a higher unemployment rate than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in East Chicago. The median household income here is $41,071.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
7.9%
+76% vs IN avg
Labor Force
11,431
Employed
10,489
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
6.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
32.2%
of adults 25+
Median Age
36.5
Work from Home
3.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$105.3K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
73.1
100 = national avg
-26.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,171
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$76,041
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,082
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,317
per month
The median household income in East Chicago, IN is $41,071, which is 43.9% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $23,164. The poverty rate of 27.0% is higher than the IN state average of 11.9%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4999, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 7.9%, compared to the state average of 4.5%. The labor force is 11,431. 6.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 75.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 73.1, which is 26.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 72.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,171 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$185,000
Median List Price
$138,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$138
Days on Market
34
Active Inventory
28
Months of Supply
7.0
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$125,446
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,044
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
28.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio
92.6%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
4
New Listings
9
Pending Sales
7
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$138
Median List $/SF
$106
East Chicago vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. East Chicago is highlighted.
Median Home Value
East Chicago, IN has a median home value of $92,400, making it the 23,258th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that East Chicago has a higher median home value than 17% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
East Chicago, IN has a median rent of $820, making it the 15,028th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that East Chicago has a higher median rent than 33% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
East Chicago, IN has a price per square foot of $138, making it the 13,744th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that East Chicago has a higher price per square foot than 34% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
East Chicago, IN has a rent burden of 24.0%, making it the 4,265th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that East Chicago has a higher rent burden than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$92,400
Median Rent
$820
Total Housing Units
12,429
Vacancy Rate
19.6%
Owner Occupied
44.1%
Renter Occupied
55.9%
Median Property Tax
$989
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$655
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$989
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.07%
of home value
Median Home Value
$92,400
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,138
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($989) by the median home value ($92,400). In East Chicago, IN, this works out to an effective rate of 1.07%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in East Chicago, IN is $185,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 34 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 7.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $138. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,044/month. About 44.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1942. There are 12,429 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $989. The effective tax rate is 1.07%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
8.26
per 1,000 residents
+218% vs national
Property Crime Rate
15.90
per 1,000 residents
-8% vs national
Total Crimes
620
2024
Violent Clearance
17%
cases solved
Property Clearance
8%
cases solved
YoY Change
+2.9%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How East Chicago Compares
Source: FBI (2024)East Chicago vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. East Chicago is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)East Chicago police solve 20% of aggravated assault cases but only 0% of robbery cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 3 | 0.12 | 0.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 19 | 0.74 | 10.5% |
| Robbery | Violent | 21 | 0.82 | 0.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 169 | 6.59 | 20.1% |
| Burglary | Property | 37 | 1.44 | 18.9% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 236 | 9.20 | 7.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 135 | 5.26 | 5.2% |
East Chicago, IN reported 212 violent crimes and 408 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 8.26 per 1,000 residents is 217.7% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 17% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 236 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 65.7% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 212 | 408 | 8.26 | 15.90 |
| 2023 | 207 | 578 | 8.03 | 22.42 |
| 2022 | 221 | 598 | 8.52 | 23.05 |
| 2021 | 290 | 604 | 10.52 | 21.92 |
| 2020 | 189 | 805 | 6.84 | 29.15 |
| 2019 | 201 | 1,094 | 7.25 | 39.47 |
| 2018 | 99 | 976 | 3.53 | 34.84 |
| 2017 | 188 | 975 | 6.66 | 34.56 |
| 2016 | 193 | 1,079 | 6.77 | 37.86 |
| 2015 | 246 | 1,101 | 8.54 | 38.21 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
95.9
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
95.5
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
48.7
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
73.3
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
22
Public Assistance
$12.5M
Individual Assistance
$291.1M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
11 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 34 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,975
Total Claims Paid
$49,352,368
Avg Claim Payout
$16,589
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
5
Federal Funding
$798,412
Properties Protected
2
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.52
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $67,500 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 2 | $267,523 |
| 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 1 | $463,389 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
East Chicago has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are cold wave, tornado, winter weather. The area has had 22 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (11 declarations). 2,975 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $12,487,422 in public assistance recovery funding. $291,118,155 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 5 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
47.0%
10.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.0%
4.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
20.2%
8.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
21.9%
11.3pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
34.4%
Arthritis
26.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
28.4%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
19.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.0%
Loneliness
36.4%
Lack of Support
32.5%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
39.8%
Mobility
21.8%
Cognitive
20.3%
Hearing
7.3%
Vision
11.3%
Self-Care
7.4%
Independent Living
12.7%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
East Chicago has an obesity rate of 47.0%, which is 10.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.0%, 4.5pp below the national average. About 21.9% of adults lack health insurance. 78.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
In city
St Catherine Hospital Inc
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Catherine Hospital Inc | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Methodist Hospitals Inc | 6.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Advocate Trinity Hospital | 7.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| South Shore Hospital | 7.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital | 7.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
26,370
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| EAST CHICAGO WATER WORKS | 26,370 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
9
Total CO₂e
9.5M MT
Top Emitter
Cleveland-Cliffs Steel LLC
5.8M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Cleveland-Cliffs Steel LLC Cleveland-Cliffs Inc | Metals | 5,783,021 |
LINDE - WHITING, IN 5&6 Linde Inc | Chemicals | 1,624,864 |
Indiana Harbor Coke Company Suncoke Energy Inc | Metals | 1,065,052 |
Cleveland-Cliffs Steel LLC Cleveland-Cliffs Inc | Metals | 703,787 |
LINDE - WHITING, IN 1-4 Linde Inc | Chemicals | 155,040 |
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS Clean Harbors Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 80,093 |
US GYPSUM - EAST CHICAGO PLANT Usg Corp | Minerals | 38,723 |
W.R. Grace Wr Grace & Co | Chemicals | 23,792 |
Ironside Energy, LLC Perc Holdings 1 Llc | Power Plants | 22,782 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 1 water system serving the area. 9 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 9.5M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
75.7%
-4% vs national
Public Transit
0.8%
-6% vs national
Work From Home
3.9%
-58% vs national
Carpool
16.3%
Walk / Bike
2.8%
combined
How East Chicago's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
1
2023
6-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for East Chicago, IN covers travel times and transportation modes. 75.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 3.9% work from home, which is below the IN state average of 5.6%. 16.3% of workers carpool. 2.2% walk to work. 0.6% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
74.3%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
62.9%
of households
No Internet
20.7%
of households
Total Households
9,987
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
84.5%
of households
Smartphone
79.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
54.4%
of households
Tablet
46.7%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.8¢
per kWh
-23% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
12.4¢
per kWh
-20% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.2¢
per kWh
-31% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$133
residential
-9% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
13% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Indiana averages 14.8¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $133. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
East Chicago vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
26,370
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EAST CHICAGO WATER WORKS | Community | Surface water | 26,370 | 0 |
74.3% of households in East Chicago have broadband internet access. 62.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 9.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 20.7% of households have no internet access. 19.1% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 26,370 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. East Chicago is located in Lake County, IN. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in East Chicago.
Election Overview
Source: Lake County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
109,086
52.1%
GOP Votes
97,270
46.5%
Total Votes
209,407
Margin
D+5.6%
Shift from 2020
R+9.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 109,086 | 97,270 | 209,407 | 52.1% | 46.5% | D+5.6 |
| 2020 | 124,870 | 91,760 | 219,956 | 56.8% | 41.7% | D+15.0 |
| 2016 | 116,896 | 75,565 | 200,247 | 58.4% | 37.7% | D+20.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Lake County recorded 209,407 total votes. Democrats won the county with 52.1% of the vote compared to 46.5% for Republicans, a margin of D+5.6%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+9.4pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Lake County has shifted 15.0 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
100
Total Assets
$59.6M
Total Income
$25.3M
Per 10K Residents
38.2
nonprofits
-67.3% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
5
Median Assets
$393K
Oldest Active
1946
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $59.4M of $59.6M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in East Chicago
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOUNDATIONS OF EAST CHICAGO INC | Philanthropy | $40.5M | $12.7M | 2009 | |
| MANAGED EAST CHICAGO HOUSING ASSOCIATION | Housing & Shelter | $6.4M | $1.1M | 2013 | |
| EAST CHICAGO URBAN ENTERPRISE ACADEMY INC | Education | $5.5M | $7.8M | 2017 | |
| EAST CHICAGO URBAN ENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION INC | Community Improvement | $3.6M | $41K | 1991 | |
| ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT & MANAGEMENT CORPORATION | Community Improvement | $1.7M | $242K | 1995 | |
| GRACE BEYOND BORDERS NWI INC | Human Services | $519K | $254K | 2013 | |
| ROBERTSON CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER INC | Education | $443K | $1.2M | 1967 | |
| INMACULADA CONCEPCION CORPORATION | Religion | $342K | $306K | 2022 | |
| COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF EAST CHICAGO INCORPORATED | Youth Development | $312K | $578K | 2003 | |
| ST CATHERINE HOSPITAL AUXILLARY | Philanthropy | $165K | $261K | 2007 | |
| CHIKARE HEALTH SERVICES INC | Health Care | $63K | $280K | 2019 | |
| KAWANN SHORT CHARITIES | Recreation & Sports | $40K | $33K | 2019 | |
| NEW HORIZONS CHILD CARE MINISTRY INC | Human Services | $29K | $131K | 2000 | |
| TONI M BLASINGAME SMITH SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE | Education | $7K | $10K | 2018 |
East Chicago, IN has 100 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $59.6M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 31 organizations. 5 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 38.2 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1946.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
58
Total Approved
$12.4M
Jobs Supported
434
Per 10K Residents
22.2
SBA loans
-69.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
22
Top Lender
Centier Bank
7 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1994–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
45
Total Amount
$8.4M
Avg Loan
$186,789
Median Loan
$81,600
SBA Guaranteed
$6.0M(71%)
Jobs Supported
224
Loans
13
Total Amount
$4.0M
Avg Loan
$308,323
Median Loan
$299,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
11
19% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$3.2M
26% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$291,482
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lynwood Machine & Engineering | 2 | $1.3M |
| Ecom Group | 1 | $1.1M |
| Professional Locomotive Servic | 2 | $1.1M |
| Taymuer Properties Llc | 1 | $934K |
| Blackwell Technologies, Llc | 1 | $546K |
| Stevecore Holdings Llc | 1 | $514K |
| Indiana Petro Inc. | 1 | $500K |
| Meca Engineering Corporation of America Incorporated | 1 | $500K |
| Frank O. Carlson & Co. Inc. | 1 | $489K |
| E.c. Sharks Inc. | 1 | $400K |
East Chicago, IN has received 58 SBA loans totaling $12.4M in approved funding between 1994 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 45 loans (78% of the total), supporting 224 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 13 loans totaling $4.0M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in East Chicago is Centier Bank with 7 loans. That works out to 22.2 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
25
Total Population
568,407
Avg Median Income
$54,253
Avg Home Value
$143,432
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46312 | 26,158 | $41,071 | $92,400 | $820 | 14.1 |
| 46319 | 17,683 | $75,976 | $194,300 | $1,162 | 9.6 |
| 46320 | 14,097 | $35,706 | $115,300 | $853 | 4.7 |
| 46321 | 23,733 | $105,764 | $312,000 | $1,480 | 7.6 |
| 46322 | 23,749 | $76,219 | $219,500 | $1,202 | 6.9 |
| 46323 | 23,184 | $56,906 | $149,200 | $1,189 | 6.2 |
| 46324 | 21,433 | $61,118 | $141,600 | $1,157 | 4.4 |
| 46327 | 10,797 | $50,457 | $116,900 | $1,133 | 4.6 |
| 46394 | 12,141 | $66,386 | $162,900 | $970 | 4.8 |
| 46402 | 5,636 | $29,125 | $61,200 | $904 | 8.4 |
| 46404 | 16,846 | $39,188 | $88,300 | $995 | 6.0 |
| 46406 | 8,513 | $35,631 | $86,300 | $972 | 13.5 |
| 46407 | 8,889 | $25,551 | $55,000 | $807 | 4.2 |
| 46408 | 15,571 | $47,063 | $96,200 | $1,016 | 9.7 |
| 46409 | 7,072 | $40,637 | $73,300 | $1,194 | 3.6 |
| 60409 | 35,253 | $53,991 | $133,600 | $1,138 | 7.8 |
| 60419 | 20,979 | $58,706 | $140,500 | $1,399 | 4.3 |
| 60438 | 28,802 | $72,043 | $168,600 | $1,271 | 8.1 |
| 60473 | 21,407 | $88,046 | $200,000 | $1,914 | 7.8 |
| 60476 | 1,876 | $61,111 | $146,600 | $1,099 | 3.3 |
| 60617 | 79,284 | $51,237 | $168,200 | $1,010 | 13.7 |
| 60628 | 59,212 | $49,719 | $158,500 | $1,168 | 11.0 |
| 60633 | 12,485 | $56,875 | $182,100 | $1,166 | 9.8 |
| 60649 | 48,720 | $40,142 | $199,500 | $1,066 | 3.6 |
| 60827 | 24,887 | $37,648 | $123,800 | $1,044 | 7.0 |
East Chicago, IN has 25 ZIP codes with a combined population of 568,407. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $54,253. The average median home value is $143,432. The average median monthly rent is $1,125.
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