Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in South Chicago Heights, IL

The map below shows majority race by area in South Chicago Heights, as self-identified on the US census. Darker shades indicate a larger racial majority in that neighborhood. This page also contains data and maps on South Chicago Heights racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.

South Chicago Heights, IL map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in South Chicago Heights overall is black, making up 34.4% of residents. The next most-common racial group is hispanic at 33.7%. There are more black people in the southeast areas of the city. People who identify as hispanic are most likely to be living in the central places. The data below shows how many people identify themselves as each of the following races, which most Americans base on their family's national origin:

Race in South Chicago Heights
Race
South Chicago Heights, IL Population
White
29.9%
Hispanic
33.7%
Black
34.4%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
0.3%
Other
1.6%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
South Chicago Heights, IL Population
White
29.9%
Hispanic
33.7%
Black
34.4%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
0.3%
Other
1.6%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for South Chicago Heights, IL

The map below shows diversity in South Chicago Heights. Areas in green are more diverse, while areas in red are much less diverse. Diversity, in this case, means a mixture of people with different race and ethnicity living close to one another. For example, all-black and all-white areas in the city would both be considered lacking diversity.

South Chicago Heights, IL map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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South Chicago Heights Diversity Score

99

With a diversity score of 99 out of 100, South Chicago Heights is much more diverse than other US cities. The most diverse area within South Chicago Heights's proper boundaries is to the northwest of the city. The least diverse areas are located in the central parts of South Chicago Heights.

Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.

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