South Chicago Heights, IL
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3,986
TOTAL POPULATION
1,948
MALE POPULATION
2,038
FEMALE POPULATION
95.58
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.62
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,320
PER CAPITA INCOME
$55,230
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$52,115
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
46.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
54.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,975
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,770
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
South Chicago Heights Area Codes
Race in South Chicago Heights
The most populous races in South Chicago Heights are White / Caucasian (1,533 | 38.5%), Hispanic or Latino (1,506 | 37.8%), and Black / African American (1,161 | 29.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 16 | 0.4% |
| Black / African American | 1,161 | 29.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,506 | 37.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 12 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 1,533 | 38.5% |
| Two or more Races | 234 | 5.9% |
| Some other Race | 1,030 | 25.8% |
| Total | 3,986 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in South Chicago Heights
The most populous ancestries reported in South Chicago Heights are Mexican (1,310 | 32.9%), Italian (504 | 12.6%), German (228 | 5.7%), Irish (228 | 5.7%), and American (218 | 5.5%), together accounting for 62.4% of all South Chicago Heights residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 38 | 0.9% |
| American | 218 | 5.5% |
| Bhutanese | 16 | 0.4% |
| Blackfeet | 19 | 0.5% |
| Cree | 8 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 116 | 2.9% |
| Czechoslovakian | 9 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 22 | 0.5% |
| English | 65 | 1.6% |
| French | 10 | 0.3% |
| German | 228 | 5.7% |
| Irish | 228 | 5.7% |
| Italian | 504 | 12.6% |
| Jamaican | 4 | 0.1% |
| Lumbee | 12 | 0.3% |
| Mexican | 1,310 | 32.9% |
| Nigerian | 16 | 0.4% |
| Polish | 91 | 2.3% |
| Scottish | 11 | 0.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 54 | 1.3% |
| Swedish | 5 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 2 | 0.1% | View All 22 Rows |
Immigrants in South Chicago Heights
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in South Chicago Heights came from Latin America (584 | 14.6%), Central America (580 | 14.5%), Mexico (580 | 14.5%), Asia (47 | 1.2%), and Philippines (47 | 1.2%), together accounting for 46.1% of all South Chicago Heights residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 3 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 47 | 1.2% |
| Canada | 9 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 4 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 580 | 14.5% |
| Eastern Africa | 3 | 0.1% |
| Jamaica | 4 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 584 | 14.6% |
| Mexico | 580 | 14.5% |
| Philippines | 47 | 1.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 47 | 1.2% |
| Zimbabwe | 3 | 0.1% | View All 12 Rows |
Sex and Age in South Chicago Heights
Sex and Age in South Chicago Heights
The most populous age groups in South Chicago Heights are 20 to 24 Years (237 | 12.2%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (259 | 12.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 106 (5.4%) | 148 (7.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 116 (5.9%) | 80 (3.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 127 (6.5%) | 259 (12.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 141 (7.2%) | 211 (10.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 237 (12.2%) | 48 (2.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 12 (0.6%) | 109 (5.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 93 (4.8%) | 164 (8.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 105 (5.4%) | 93 (4.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 37 (1.9%) | 124 (6.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 140 (7.2%) | 73 (3.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 156 (8.0%) | 122 (6.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 180 (9.2%) | 104 (5.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 190 (9.8%) | 138 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 151 (7.7%) | 144 (7.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 65 (3.3%) | 44 (2.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 29 (1.5%) | 53 (2.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 41 (2.1%) | 80 (3.9%) |
| 85 Years and over | 22 (1.1%) | 44 (2.2%) |
| Total | 1,948 (100.0%) | 2,038 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in South Chicago Heights
Median Family Size in South Chicago Heights
The median family size in South Chicago Heights is 3.19 persons per family, with single female/mother families (230 | 23.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.66 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (168 | 16.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.62 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 600 (60.1%) | 3.17 |
| Single Male/Father | 168 (16.8%) | 2.62 |
| Single Female/Mother | 230 (23.1%) | 3.66 |
| Total Families | 998 (100.0%) | 3.19 |
Median Household Size in South Chicago Heights
The median household size in South Chicago Heights is 2.46 persons per household, with single female/mother households (230 | 14.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.74 persons per household. non-family households (592 | 37.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.09 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 600 (37.7%) | 3.19 |
| Single Male/Father | 168 (10.6%) | 2.93 |
| Single Female/Mother | 230 (14.5%) | 3.74 |
| Non-family | 592 (37.2%) | 1.09 |
| Total Households | 1,590 (100.0%) | 2.46 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in South Chicago Heights
Out of a total of 1,590 households in South Chicago Heights, 998 (62.8%) are family households, while 592 (37.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 414, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 539.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 539 (33.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 414 (26.0%) | 53 (3.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 245 (15.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 143 (9.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 196 (12.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 998 (62.8%) | 592 (37.2%) |
Female Fertility in South Chicago Heights
Fertility by Age in South Chicago Heights
Average fertility rate in South Chicago Heights is 114.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 265.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 89.5% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 85 (89.5%) | 265.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 10 (10.5%) | 34.0 |
| Total | 95 (100.0%) | 114.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in South Chicago Heights
47.4% of women with births (95) in South Chicago Heights are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 58.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 35 (41.2%) | 50 (58.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 45 (47.4%) | 50 (52.6%) |
Fertility by Education in South Chicago Heights
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 27 (28.4%) | 162.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 33 (34.7%) | 130.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 35 (36.8%) | 648.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 95 (100.0%) | 114.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in South Chicago Heights
52.6% of women with births in South Chicago Heights are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 10 (37.0%) | 17 (63.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 45 (47.4%) | 50 (52.6%) |
Income in South Chicago Heights
Income Overview in South Chicago Heights
Per Capita Income in South Chicago Heights is $24,320, while median incomes of families and households are $55,230 and $52,115 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 3,986 | $24,320 |
| Median Family Income | 998 | $55,230 |
| Mean Family Income | 998 | $67,934 |
| Median Household Income | 1,590 | $52,115 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,590 | $59,770 |
| Income Deficit | 998 | $9,975 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 3,986 | 46.02% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 3,986 | 53.98¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 3,986 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in South Chicago Heights
Average Earnings in South Chicago Heights are $33,036, $38,852 for men and $20,972 for women, a difference of 46.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 955 (51.6%) | $38,852 |
| Female | 897 (48.4%) | $20,972 |
| Total | 1,852 (100.0%) | $33,036 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in South Chicago Heights
The most common earnings brackets in South Chicago Heights are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (104 | 10.9%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (121 | 13.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 97 (10.2%) | 47 (5.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 40 (4.2%) | 105 (11.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 62 (6.5%) | 104 (11.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 30 (3.1%) | 11 (1.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (0.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 14 (1.5%) | 121 (13.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 15 (1.6%) | 42 (4.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 5 (0.5%) | 27 (3.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (1.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 89 (9.3%) | 81 (9.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 68 (7.1%) | 16 (1.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 80 (8.4%) | 36 (4.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 54 (5.7%) | 33 (3.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 56 (5.9%) | 52 (5.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 52 (5.4%) | 47 (5.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 104 (10.9%) | 35 (3.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 98 (10.3%) | 20 (2.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 76 (8.0%) | 102 (11.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 15 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 955 (100.0%) | 897 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in South Chicago Heights
Average earnings in South Chicago Heights are $49,564 for men and $26,419 for women, a difference of 46.7%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $68,648, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $34,982. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $33,833, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $33,833.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $48,256 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $34,982 | $0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $68,648 | $33,833 |
| Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $49,564 | $26,419 |
Family Income in South Chicago Heights
Family Income Brackets in South Chicago Heights
According to the South Chicago Heights family income data, there are 343 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.4% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 58 | 5.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 37 | 3.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 96 | 9.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 142 | 14.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 343 | 34.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 172 | 17.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 63 | 6.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 59 | 5.9% |
| $200,000+ | 28 | 2.8% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in South Chicago Heights
4-person families (72 | 7.2%) account for the highest median family income in South Chicago Heights with $75,000 per family, while 2-person families (436 | 43.7%) have the highest median income of $28,023 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 436 (43.7%) | $56,046 |
| 3-Person Families | 294 (29.5%) | $70,909 |
| 4-Person Families | 72 (7.2%) | $75,000 |
| 5-Person Families | 196 (19.6%) | $40,530 |
| 6-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 998 (100.0%) | $55,230 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in South Chicago Heights
The median family income in South Chicago Heights is $55,230, with families comprising 3+ earners (107) having the highest median family income of $120,823, while families with no earners (112) have the lowest median family income of $46,250, accounting for 10.7% and 11.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 112 (11.2%) | $46,250 |
| 1 Earner | 451 (45.2%) | $51,829 |
| 2 Earners | 328 (32.9%) | $68,500 |
| 3+ Earners | 107 (10.7%) | $120,823 |
| Total | 998 (100.0%) | $55,230 |
Household Income in South Chicago Heights
Household Income Brackets in South Chicago Heights
With 385 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in South Chicago Heights, accounting for 24.2% of all households. In contrast, only 29 households (1.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 118 | 7.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 49 | 3.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 204 | 12.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 154 | 9.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 213 | 13.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 385 | 24.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 240 | 15.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 138 | 8.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 59 | 3.7% |
| $200,000+ | 29 | 1.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in South Chicago Heights
The median household income in South Chicago Heights is $52,115, with the highest median household income of $60,250 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 546 households (34.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $38,648, with 79 households (5.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 79 (5.0%) | $38,648 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 548 (34.5%) | $51,143 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 546 (34.3%) | $60,250 |
| 65+ Years | 417 (26.2%) | $50,875 |
| Total | 1,590 (100.0%) | $52,115 |
Poverty in South Chicago Heights
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in South Chicago Heights
With 22.6% poverty level for males and 22.1% for females among the residents of South Chicago Heights, 16 and 17 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 83 males (97.7%) and 111 females (49.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (33.1%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 16 (12.6%) | 14 (12.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 11 (9.5%) | 111 (49.5%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 83 (97.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 107 (38.1%) | 17 (11.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 16 (15.2%) | 25 (9.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 20 (14.1%) | 77 (35.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 82 (27.9%) | 40 (20.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 66 (18.6%) | 25 (10.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (5.1%) | 10 (5.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 19 (22.9%) | 76 (46.1%) |
| Total | 430 (22.6%) | 444 (22.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in South Chicago Heights
According to the poverty statistics in South Chicago Heights, males aged under 5 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 106 (100.0%) | 99 (66.9%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 111 (87.4%) | 101 (87.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 105 (90.5%) | 113 (50.4%) |
| 15 Years | 12 (100.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 2 (2.4%) | 92 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 174 (61.9%) | 128 (88.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 89 (84.8%) | 248 (90.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 122 (85.9%) | 140 (64.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 212 (72.1%) | 155 (79.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 288 (81.4%) | 211 (89.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 188 (95.0%) | 167 (94.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 64 (77.1%) | 89 (53.9%) |
| Total | 1,473 (77.4%) | 1,565 (77.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in South Chicago Heights
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in South Chicago Heights show that 25.0% or 150 of the total 600 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 14 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 12.0%, which includes 43 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 316 (88.0%) | 43 (12.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 134 (59.0%) | 93 (41.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 450 (75.0%) | 150 (25.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in South Chicago Heights
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (27.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (15.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in South Chicago Heights
The poverty data for South Chicago Heights shows that 150 of the married-couple family households (25.0%) and 36 of the single-parent households (9.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 36 household (15.4%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 43 (12.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 93 (41.0%) | 36 (15.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 150 (25.0%) | 36 (9.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in South Chicago Heights
Employment by Class of Employer in South Chicago Heights
Among the 1,687 employed individuals in South Chicago Heights, private company employees (1,365 | 80.9%), self-employed (not incorporated) (96 | 5.7%), and local government employees (81 | 4.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,365 | 80.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 72 | 4.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 96 | 5.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 19 | 1.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 81 | 4.8% |
| State Government Employees | 27 | 1.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 27 | 1.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,687 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in South Chicago Heights
According to the labor force statistics for South Chicago Heights, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,116), 56.8% or 1,770 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.2% or 74 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 91.7% or 111 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.8% or 38 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 232 (73.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 162 (56.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 111 (91.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 230 (89.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 275 (76.6%) | 38 (13.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 431 (87.8%) | 28 (6.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 165 (58.1%) | 1 (0.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 159 (48.5%) | 8 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,770 (56.8%) | 74 (4.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in South Chicago Heights
According to labor force statistics for South Chicago Heights, 74.5% of individuals (1,371) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,840) are in the labor force, with 5.5% or 75 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 84.5% or 98 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.4% or 28 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 298 (62.2%) | 45 (9.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 430 (75.8%) | 11 (1.9%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 545 (80.4%) | 47 (7.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 98 (84.5%) | 1 (1.0%) |
| Total | 1,371 (74.5%) | 101 (5.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in South Chicago Heights
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in South Chicago Heights are Community & Social Service (64 | 3.8%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (64 | 3.8%), Management (42 | 2.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (35 | 2.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (34 | 2.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in South Chicago Heights, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (67.6%), and Computers & Mathematics (50.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1 (2.4%) | 41 (97.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 23 (67.6%) | 11 (32.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 11 (50.0%) | 11 (50.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 0 (0.0%) | 64 (100.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 64 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 24 (13.7%) | 151 (86.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 913 (53.8%) | 783 (46.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in South Chicago Heights are Food Preparation & Serving (192 | 11.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (77 | 4.5%), Security & Protection (48 | 2.8%), Firefighting & Prevention (48 | 2.8%), and Healthcare Support (39 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in South Chicago Heights, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (77.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (61.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (42.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (22.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 15 (38.5%) | 24 (61.5%) |
| Security & Protection | 48 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 48 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 111 (57.8%) | 81 (42.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 60 (77.9%) | 17 (22.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 234 (65.7%) | 122 (34.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 913 (53.8%) | 783 (46.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in South Chicago Heights are Office & Administration (300 | 17.7%), and Sales & Related (157 | 9.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 69 (44.0%) | 88 (56.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 300 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 69 (15.1%) | 388 (84.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 913 (53.8%) | 783 (46.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in South Chicago Heights are Construction & Extraction (150 | 8.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (111 | 6.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 107 (71.3%) | 43 (28.7%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 111 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 218 (83.5%) | 43 (16.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 913 (53.8%) | 783 (46.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in South Chicago Heights are Production (209 | 12.3%), Material Moving (128 | 7.5%), and Transportation (110 | 6.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 187 (89.5%) | 22 (10.5%) |
| Transportation | 53 (48.2%) | 57 (51.8%) |
| Material Moving | 128 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 368 (82.3%) | 79 (17.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 913 (53.8%) | 783 (46.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in South Chicago Heights
Employment Industries in South Chicago Heights
The major employment industries in South Chicago Heights include Manufacturing (365 | 21.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (270 | 15.9%), Retail Trade (185 | 10.9%), Transportation & Warehousing (180 | 10.6%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (179 | 10.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in South Chicago Heights
The South Chicago Heights industries that see more men than women are Administrative & Support (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Construction (93.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Public Administration (100.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 116 (93.5%) | 8 (6.5%) |
| Manufacturing | 236 (64.7%) | 129 (35.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 28 (73.7%) | 10 (26.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 104 (56.2%) | 81 (43.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 97 (53.9%) | 83 (46.1%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 16 (20.0%) | 64 (80.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 66 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (100.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 32 (59.3%) | 22 (40.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 56 (31.3%) | 123 (68.7%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 111 (41.1%) | 159 (58.9%) |
| Public Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Total | 913 (53.8%) | 783 (46.2%) |
Education in South Chicago Heights
School Enrollment in South Chicago Heights
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,177 students in South Chicago Heights are middle school (384 | 32.6%), high school (340 | 28.9%), and college / undergraduate (175 | 14.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 47 | 4.0% |
| Kindergarten | 67 | 5.7% |
| Elementary School | 129 | 11.0% |
| Middle School | 384 | 32.6% |
| High School | 340 | 28.9% |
| College / Undergraduate | 175 | 14.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 35 | 3.0% |
| Total | 1,177 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in South Chicago Heights
Out of a total of 1,177 students who are enrolled in schools in South Chicago Heights, 49 (4.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,128 (95.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 19 (38.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 47 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 183 (93.4%) | 13 (6.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 386 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 211 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 82 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 90 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 30 (61.2%) | 19 (38.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 98 (84.5%) | 18 (15.5%) |
| Total | 1,128 (95.8%) | 49 (4.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in South Chicago Heights
Visual & performing arts (113 | 42.5%), arts & humanities (35 | 13.2%), computers & mathematics (29 | 10.9%), business (24 | 9.0%), and education (21 | 7.9%) are the most common fields of study among 266 individuals in South Chicago Heights who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 29 | 10.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 0 | 0.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
| Social Sciences | 19 | 7.1% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 16 | 6.0% |
| Science & Technology | 0 | 0.0% |
| Business | 24 | 9.0% |
| Education | 21 | 7.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 113 | 42.5% |
| Communications | 9 | 3.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 35 | 13.2% |
| Total | 266 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in South Chicago Heights
Vehicle Availability by Sex in South Chicago Heights
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in South Chicago Heights are males with 2 vehicles (367, accounting for 40.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (369, making up 47.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 16 (1.8%) | 150 (19.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 155 (17.0%) | 92 (11.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 367 (40.2%) | 369 (47.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 337 (36.9%) | 141 (18.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 26 (2.9%) | 6 (0.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 12 (1.3%) | 16 (2.1%) |
| Total | 913 (100.0%) | 774 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in South Chicago Heights
The most frequently occuring commute durations in South Chicago Heights are 5 to 9 minutes (379 commuters, 23.0%), 15 to 19 minutes (279 commuters, 16.9%), and 30 to 34 minutes (245 commuters, 14.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 7 | 0.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 379 | 23.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 205 | 12.4% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 279 | 16.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 171 | 10.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 2 | 0.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 245 | 14.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 5 | 0.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 12 | 0.7% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 150 | 9.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 193 | 11.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in South Chicago Heights
The most common commute times in South Chicago Heights are 5 to 9 minutes (234 commuters, 25.6%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (151 commuters, 20.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 7 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 234 (25.6%) | 145 (19.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 115 (12.6%) | 90 (12.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 178 (19.5%) | 101 (13.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 20 (2.2%) | 151 (20.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 104 (11.4%) | 141 (19.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 5 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 12 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 92 (10.1%) | 58 (7.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 146 (16.0%) | 47 (6.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in South Chicago Heights
The most frequent times of departure to work in South Chicago Heights are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (157, 17.2%) for males and 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (106, 14.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 106 (11.6%) | 34 (4.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 59 (6.5%) | 104 (14.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 115 (12.6%) | 18 (2.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 114 (12.5%) | 99 (13.5%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 14 (1.5%) | 97 (13.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 47 (5.1%) | 89 (12.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 16 (1.8%) | 47 (6.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 11 (1.2%) | 8 (1.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 39 (4.3%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 94 (10.3%) | 45 (6.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 7 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 134 (14.7%) | 86 (11.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 157 (17.2%) | 106 (14.4%) |
| Total | 913 (100.0%) | 735 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in South Chicago Heights
Occupancy by Ownership in South Chicago Heights
Of the total 1,590 dwellings in South Chicago Heights, owner-occupied units account for 1,102 (69.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 488 (30.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,102 | 69.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 488 | 30.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,590 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in South Chicago Heights
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 539 | 33.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 467 | 29.4% |
| 3-Person Household | 245 | 15.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 339 | 21.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,590 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in South Chicago Heights
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 221 (41.0%) | 318 (59.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 359 (76.9%) | 108 (23.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 193 (78.8%) | 52 (21.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 329 (97.1%) | 10 (2.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,102 (69.3%) | 488 (30.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in South Chicago Heights
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 254 (73.8%) | 90 (26.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 261 (63.2%) | 152 (36.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 463 (65.3%) | 246 (34.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 124 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in South Chicago Heights
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 298 | 18.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 329 | 20.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 247 | 15.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 299 | 18.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 209 | 13.1% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 146 | 9.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 62 | 3.9% |
| Total | 1,590 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in South Chicago Heights
Median Income by Occupancy in South Chicago Heights
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,102 (69.3%) | $59,688 |
| Renter-Occupied | 488 (30.7%) | $19,514 |
| Average | 1,590 (100.0%) | $52,115 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in South Chicago Heights
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 9 (0.8%) | 69 (14.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 18 (1.6%) | 22 (4.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (10.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 39 (3.5%) | 110 (22.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 16 (1.5%) | 39 (8.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 140 (12.7%) | 15 (3.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 122 (11.1%) | 91 (18.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 323 (29.3%) | 62 (12.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 222 (20.2%) | 18 (3.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 126 (11.4%) | 12 (2.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 87 (7.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,102 (100.0%) | 488 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in South Chicago Heights
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 17 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 166 (15.1%) | 73 (15.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 352 (31.9%) | 15 (3.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 107 (9.7%) | 159 (32.6%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 221 (20.1%) | 189 (38.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 197 (17.9%) | 22 (4.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 1 (0.1%) | 18 (3.7%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 41 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,102 (100.0%) | 488 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in South Chicago Heights
Housing Structures in South Chicago Heights
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,279 | 80.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 16 | 1.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 47 | 3.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 17 | 1.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 73 | 4.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 122 | 7.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 36 | 2.3% |
| Total | 1,590 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in South Chicago Heights
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,052 (82.3%) | 227 (17.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 11 (23.4%) | 36 (76.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 73 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 9 (7.4%) | 113 (92.6%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 14 (38.9%) | 22 (61.1%) |
| Total | 1,102 (69.3%) | 488 (30.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in South Chicago Heights
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 77 (7.0%) | 21 (4.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 187 (38.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 372 (33.8%) | 175 (35.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 492 (44.7%) | 95 (19.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 161 (14.6%) | 10 (2.1%) |
| Total | 1,102 (100.0%) | 488 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in South Chicago Heights
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,070 (97.1%) | 355 (72.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (3.5%) |
| Electricity | 32 (2.9%) | 116 (23.8%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,102 (100.0%) | 488 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in South Chicago Heights
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 49 (4.4%) | 247 (50.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 195 (17.7%) | 215 (44.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 446 (40.5%) | 26 (5.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 412 (37.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,102 (100.0%) | 488 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in South Chicago Heights
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in South Chicago Heights
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 684 | 418 |
| Median Property Value | $94,900 | $139,400 |
| Median Household Income | $56,330 | $27 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $587 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $3,128 | $16 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in South Chicago Heights
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 44 (6.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 323 (47.2%) | 44 (10.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 317 (46.4%) | 374 (89.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 684 (100.0%) | 418 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in South Chicago Heights
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 9 (1.3%) | 10 (2.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 55 (8.0%) | 18 (4.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 132 (19.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 70 (10.2%) | 8 (1.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 226 (33.0%) | 52 (12.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 80 (11.7%) | 97 (23.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 52 (7.6%) | 142 (34.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 60 (8.8%) | 74 (17.7%) |
| Total | 684 (100.0%) | 418 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in South Chicago Heights
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 385 (56.3%) | 89,231 (21,347.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 94 (13.7%) | 247 (59.1%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 149 (21.8%) | 99 (23.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 47 (6.9%) | 46 (11.0%) |
| Total | 684 (100.0%) | 418 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in South Chicago Heights
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 20 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 19 (2.8%) | 7 (1.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 533 (77.9%) | 81 (19.4%) |
| Total | 684 (100.0%) | 418 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in South Chicago Heights
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Chicago Heights
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 254 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 785 (88.2%) | 105 (11.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 222 (56.5%) | 171 (43.5%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 236 (75.2%) | 78 (24.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 222 (61.8%) | 137 (38.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 398 (81.4%) | 91 (18.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 569 (96.4%) | 21 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 375 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 248 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,309 (84.6%) | 603 (15.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in South Chicago Heights
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 254 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 785 (88.2%) | 105 (11.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 222 (56.5%) | 171 (43.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in South Chicago Heights
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 417 (77.2%) | 123 (22.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 905 (78.4%) | 249 (21.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 922 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 541 (94.6%) | 31 (5.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 524 (72.4%) | 200 (27.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Chicago Heights
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 138 (54.3%) | 116 (45.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 541 (60.8%) | 443 (49.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 90 (22.9%) | 132 (33.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 83 (26.4%) | 153 (48.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 35 (9.8%) | 187 (52.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 118 (24.1%) | 323 (66.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 230 (39.0%) | 351 (59.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 375 (100.0%) | 87 (23.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 248 (100.0%) | 70 (28.2%) |
| Total | 1,858 (47.5%) | 1,862 (47.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in South Chicago Heights
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 94 (27.7%) | 88 (19.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 28 (7.2%) | 89 (21.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 99 (12.5%) | 183 (28.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 108 (54.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 48 (57.8%) | 97 (58.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in South Chicago Heights
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 11 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 5 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 98 (49.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 20 (24.1%) | 21 (12.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 83 (24.4%) | 88 (19.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (3.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 22 (2.8%) | 134 (20.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (4.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 11 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 75 (17.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 72 (9.1%) | 73 (11.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 55 (7.0%) | 69 (10.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 108 (54.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 39 (47.0%) | 76 (46.1%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 17 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (5.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (4.2%) |
Technology Access in South Chicago Heights
Computing Device Access in South Chicago Heights
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,172 | 73.7% |
| Smartphone | 1,149 | 72.3% |
| Tablet | 932 | 58.6% |
| No Computing Device | 231 | 14.5% |
| Total | 1,590 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in South Chicago Heights
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 22 | 1.4% |
| Broadband Home | 1,041 | 65.5% |
| Cellular Data Only | 71 | 4.5% |
| Satellite Internet | 89 | 5.6% |
| No Internet | 420 | 26.4% |
| Total | 1,590 | 100.0% |
South Chicago Heights Summary
South Chicago Heights is a village located in Cook County, Illinois, United States. The population was 4,619 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Chicago metropolitan area.
History
South Chicago Heights was first settled in the late 19th century by German and Irish immigrants. The village was incorporated in 1925. The village was originally known as "South Chicago" and was later changed to "South Chicago Heights" to avoid confusion with the city of Chicago.
Geography
South Chicago Heights is located at 41°33'17"N 87°37'17"W (41.554722, -87.621389). According to the 2010 census, South Chicago Heights has a total area of 1.3 square miles (3.4 km2), all land.
Economy
The economy of South Chicago Heights is largely based on manufacturing and retail. The village is home to several factories, including a steel mill, a paper mill, and a plastics plant. The village also has several retail stores, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a pharmacy.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 4,619 people, 1,845 households, and 1,213 families residing in the village. The population density was 3,541.2 people per square mile (1,366.2/km2). There were 1,945 housing units at an average density of 1,491.5 per square mile (577.2/km2). The racial makeup of the village was 79.2% White, 11.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 5.7% from other races, and 3.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.7% of the population.
There were 1,845 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 15.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 28.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.09.
In the village, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.2 males.
The median income for a household in the village was $41,964, and the median income for a family was $50,000. Males had a median income of $37,500 versus $27,500 for females. The per capita income for the village was $19,945. About 6.2% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of South Chicago Heights?
Total Population of South Chicago Heights is 3,986.
What is the Total Male Population of South Chicago Heights?
Total Male Population of South Chicago Heights is 1,948.
What is the Total Female Population of South Chicago Heights?
Total Female Population of South Chicago Heights is 2,038.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in South Chicago Heights?
There are 95.58 Males per 100 Females in South Chicago Heights.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in South Chicago Heights?
There are 104.62 Females per 100 Males in South Chicago Heights.
What is the Median Population Age in South Chicago Heights?
Median Population Age in South Chicago Heights is 38.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in South Chicago Heights
Average Family Size in South Chicago Heights is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in South Chicago Heights
Average Household Size in South Chicago Heights is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in South Chicago Heights?
Per Capita income in South Chicago Heights is $24,320.
What is the Median Family Income in South Chicago Heights?
Median Family Income in South Chicago Heights is $55,230.
What is the Median Household income in South Chicago Heights?
Median Household Income in South Chicago Heights is $52,115.
What is Income or Wage Gap in South Chicago Heights?
Income or Wage Gap in South Chicago Heights is 46.0%.
Women in South Chicago Heights earn 54.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in South Chicago Heights?
Family Income Deficit in South Chicago Heights is $9,975.
Families that are below poverty line in South Chicago Heights earn $9,975 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in South Chicago Heights?
Inequality or Gini Index in South Chicago Heights is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in South Chicago Heights?
There are 1,770 People in the Labor Forcein in South Chicago Heights.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in South Chicago Heights?
56.8% of People are in the Labor Force in South Chicago Heights.
What is the Unemployment Rate in South Chicago Heights?
Unemployment Rate in South Chicago Heights is 4.2%.