New Chicago, Indiana
Quick Statistics
New Chicago is a community in Lake County, Indiana, home to about 2,225 people spread across 0.7 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $32,602 a year, and a typical home is worth about $134,100. About 20.8% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.6% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 9 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Indiana towns GeoStat tracks, New Chicago ranks number 213 of 967 in population, number 514 in median household income, number 468 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around New Chicago typically top out near 84°F in July, while January nights average about 15°F. The area sees roughly 30 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Lake Station, IN | 1.6 mi. | 13,185 |
| 2. | Hobart, IN | 3.1 mi. | 29,558 |
| 3. | Gary, IN | 4.5 mi. | 68,113 |
| 4. | Portage, IN | 5.3 mi. | 38,082 |
| 5. | Wheeler, IN | 6.2 mi. | 283 |
| 6. | Ogden Dunes, IN | 6.3 mi. | 1,140 |
| 7. | Merrillville, IN | 6.4 mi. | 36,476 |
| 8. | South Haven, IN | 6.9 mi. | 7,241 |
What is the population of New Chicago, Indiana?
New Chicago has a population of about 2,225 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is New Chicago, Indiana in?
New Chicago is located in Lake County, Indiana.
What is the median home value in New Chicago, Indiana?
The median home value in New Chicago is about $134,100, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in New Chicago, Indiana?
The median personal income in New Chicago is about $32,602 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near New Chicago, Indiana?
Since 1950, 34 tornadoes have been recorded in Lake County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in New Chicago, Indiana?
Typical July highs run about 84 degrees and January lows about 15 degrees, with around 30 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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