Chicago Demographics

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About These Groups

The information in this section was derived from analysis of data (such as age, occupation, and income) from the 2000 U.S. Census. Using segmentation methods, our analysts created groupings based on the demographic and socioeconomic composition of each city and neighborhood.

1. Non-native Newbies

   —Foreign-born individuals who just moved to U.S.

   A significant proportion of people who have moved to the U.S. from Puerto Rico, the U.S. Island Areas, or a foreign country. Wide age range. Some have a high school or college education, and they work in a variety of occupations.

2. Power Singles

   —High-income urban singles.

   Highly educated professionals, many with advanced degrees. They draw a handsome salary and have reasonable living expenses while living a hip, upscale life in an urban center.

3. Melting Pot

   —Low-income, foreign-language-speaking urbanites.

   Lower-income population mainly employed in service jobs. Most have a high school education or lower.