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New Chicago, Indiana
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Location of New Chicago in Lake County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Lake |
| Township | Hobart |
| Plated | 1893 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.69 sq mi (1.75 km2) |
| • Land | 0.69 sq mi (1.75 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 637 ft (194 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,999 |
| • Density | 2,961.48/sq mi (1,142.91/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
46342
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| Area code(s) | 219 |
| FIPS code | 18-52776 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396801 |
| Website | https://newchicagoin.gov/ |
New Chicago is a small town located in Lake County, Indiana, in the United States. It's part of Hobart Township. In 2010, about 2,035 people lived there.
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A Look Back: New Chicago's History
New Chicago was officially planned and marked out in 1893. This means its streets and lots were laid out on a map. Later, in 1907, the town got its own post office. However, it only stayed open for about 10 years, closing down in 1917.
Where is New Chicago?
New Chicago is a small town when it comes to size. According to information from 2010, its total area is about 0.67 square miles (1.75 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the town limits.
Who Lives in New Chicago?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 105 | — | |
| 1920 | 300 | 185.7% | |
| 1930 | 481 | 60.3% | |
| 1940 | 466 | −3.1% | |
| 1950 | 921 | 97.6% | |
| 1960 | 2,312 | 151.0% | |
| 1970 | 2,231 | −3.5% | |
| 1980 | 2,581 | 15.7% | |
| 1990 | 2,066 | −20.0% | |
| 2000 | 2,063 | −0.1% | |
| 2010 | 2,035 | −1.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,999 | −1.8% | |
| Source: US Census Bureau | |||
The number of people living in New Chicago has changed over the years. In 1910, only 105 people lived there. The population grew quite a bit, reaching its highest point in 1980 with 2,581 residents. By 2020, the population was 1,999 people.
New Chicago's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 2,035 people living in New Chicago. These people lived in 763 different homes. About 35% of these homes had children under 18 living in them. The average age of people in the town was about 33.9 years old.
The town's population was made up of different groups. About 81% of residents were White, and 2.2% were African American. About 27.4% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Learning in New Chicago
Students who live in New Chicago attend schools that are part of the River Forest Community School Corporation. The main high school for the district is River Forest High School.
Local Library Services
For books and learning resources, residents can visit the Lake Station - New Chicago Branch of the Lake County Public Library. This library is located nearby in Lake Station.
