Chicago Heights, IL Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 29,901 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -8.8%

Population (male): 14,521

Population (female): 15,380

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $918.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Chicago Heights: 99.9 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 26.4%

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (4.2%), German (1.4%), American (1.2%), Polish (1.0%).

Land Area: 9.57 square miles.

Races:
      Black alone - 12,510 - 41.5%
      Hispanic - 10,463 - 34.7%
      White alone - 6,390 - 21.2%
      Two or more races - 475 - 1.6%
      Other race alone - 262 - 0.9%
      Asian alone - 19 - 0.06%
      American Indian alone - 5 - 0.02%

Chicago Heights is about 30 miles (48 km) south of the Chicago Loop.

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

Chicago Heights, IL Locations

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Multiple Testing Centers In Chicago Heights, IL

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Chicago Heights, IL Testing Locations

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30 E 15TH ST STE 100 0.2 miles

30 E 15TH ST STE 100
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411
Categories: CHICAGO HEIGHTS IL

1423 CHICAGO RD 0.3 miles

1423 CHICAGO RD
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411
Categories: CHICAGO HEIGHTS IL

3301 N Ashland 2.5 miles

3301 N Ashland
Chicago, IL 60657
Categories: Chicago IL

18665 DIXIE HWY 3.4 miles

18665 DIXIE HWY
HOMEWOOD, IL 60430
Categories: HOMEWOOD IL

19550 GOVERNORS HWY 3.6 miles

19550 GOVERNORS HWY
FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422
Categories: FLOSSMOOR IL

19150 South Kedzie Avenue, Suite 101 3.9 miles

19150 South Kedzie Avenue, Suite 101
Flossmoor, IL 60422
Categories: Flossmoor IL

24 JOLIET ST 5.9 miles

24 JOLIET ST
DYER, IN 46311
Categories: DYER IN

2741 RIDGE RD 6.0 miles

2741 RIDGE RD
LANSING, IL 60438
Categories: LANSING IL

2741 RIDGE RD FL 2 6.0 miles

2741 RIDGE RD FL 2
LANSING, IL 60438
Categories: LANSING IL

17665 Torrence Ave, 6.2 miles

17665 Torrence Ave,
Lansing, IL 60438
Categories: Lansing IL

16501 KEDZIE AVE 6.6 miles

16501 KEDZIE AVE
MARKHAM, IL 60428
Categories: MARKHAM IL

1595 VALENCIA CT 6.8 miles

1595 VALENCIA CT
CALUMET CITY, IL 60409
Categories: CALUMET CITY IL

16246 PRINCE DR 7.0 miles

16246 PRINCE DR
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473
Categories: SOUTH HOLLAND IL

15600 HONORE AVE 7.1 miles

15600 HONORE AVE
HARVEY, IL 60426
Categories: HARVEY IL

8840 CALUMET AVE, STE 204 7.3 miles

8840 CALUMET AVE, STE 204
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Categories: MUNSTER IN

8135 S Calumet Ave 7.7 miles

8135 S Calumet Ave
Munster, IN 46321
Categories: Munster IN

7905 CALUMET AVE 7.9 miles

7905 CALUMET AVE
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Categories: MUNSTER IN

25711 S Egyptian Trail 8.1 miles

25711 S Egyptian Trail
Monee, IL 60449
Categories: Monee IL

1500 US HIGHWAY 41 8.5 miles

1500 US HIGHWAY 41
SCHERERVILLE, IN 46375
Categories: SCHERERVILLE IN

6624 MONROE AVE 8.7 miles

6624 MONROE AVE
HAMMOND, IN 46324
Categories: HAMMOND IN

1217 US HIGHWAY 41 8.9 miles

1217 US HIGHWAY 41
SCHERERVILLE, IN 46375
Categories: SCHERERVILLE IN

6701 159TH ST OCC HEALTH 9.2 miles

6701 159TH ST OCC HEALTH
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
Categories: TINLEY PARK IL

1010 165TH ST 9.2 miles

1010 165TH ST
HAMMOND, IN 46324
Categories: HAMMOND IN

6423 COLUMBIA AVE UNIT A 9.4 miles

6423 COLUMBIA AVE UNIT A
HAMMOND, IN 46320
Categories: HAMMOND IN

5500 Hohman Ave Ste 1D 9.5 miles

5500 Hohman Ave Ste 1D
Hammond, IN 46320
Categories: Hammond IN

17148 HARLEM AVE 9.6 miles

17148 HARLEM AVE
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
Categories: TINLEY PARK IL

3145 45TH ST STE F 9.7 miles

3145 45TH ST STE F
HIGHLAND, IN 46322
Categories: HIGHLAND IN

813 SIBLEY ST 10.0 miles

813 SIBLEY ST
HAMMOND, IN 46320
Categories: HAMMOND IN

16325 HARLEM AVE STE 110 10.1 miles

16325 HARLEM AVE STE 110
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
Categories: TINLEY PARK IL

2450 169TH ST 10.3 miles

2450 169TH ST
HAMMOND, IN 46323
Categories: HAMMOND IN

12942 S CARPENTER ST 10.6 miles

12942 S CARPENTER ST
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
Categories: CALUMET PARK IL

2310 York St Ste 4A 10.7 miles

2310 York St Ste 4A
Blue Island, IL 60406
Categories: Blue Island IL

1573 N CLINE AVE 10.9 miles

1573 N CLINE AVE
GRIFFITH, IN 46319
Categories: GRIFFITH IN

12647 S JUSTINE ST 11.0 miles

12647 S JUSTINE ST
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
Categories: CALUMET PARK IL

21035 S LA GRANGE RD 11.1 miles

21035 S LA GRANGE RD
FRANKFORT, IL 60423
Categories: FRANKFORT IL

3831 S HOHMAN AVE 11.3 miles

3831 S HOHMAN AVE
HAMMOND, IN 46327
Categories: HAMMOND IN

4742 CAL SAG RD 11.4 miles

4742 CAL SAG RD
CRESTWOOD, IL 60445
Categories: CRESTWOOD IL

4020 S CALUMET AVE 11.4 miles

4020 S CALUMET AVE
HAMMOND, IN 46320
Categories: HAMMOND IN

4800 W 129TH ST 11.5 miles

4800 W 129TH ST
ALSIP, IL 60803
Categories: ALSIP IL

19070 EVERETT BLVD, UNIT 111 11.6 miles

19070 EVERETT BLVD, UNIT 111
MOKENA, IL 60448
Categories: MOKENA IL

18210 LA GRANGE RD STE 110 12.0 miles

18210 LA GRANGE RD STE 110
TINLEY PARK, IL 60487
Categories: TINLEY PARK IL

7501 W 15TH AVE 12.1 miles

7501 W 15TH AVE
GARY, IN 46406
Categories: GARY IN

9570 W 159TH ST STE A 13.0 miles

9570 W 159TH ST STE A
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
Categories: ORLAND PARK IL

onsite for POH only 13.1 miles

onsite for POH only
ORLAND PARK, IL 60462
Categories: ORLAND PARK IL

4321 FIR ST STE 313 13.2 miles

4321 FIR ST STE 313
EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312
Categories: EAST CHICAGO IN

PO BOX 63 13.5 miles

PO BOX 63
MOKENA, IL 60448
Categories: MOKENA IL

5404 W 25TH AVE STE107 13.5 miles

5404 W 25TH AVE STE107
GARY, IN 46406
Categories: GARY IN

1734 W 105TH ST 13.7 miles

1734 W 105TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60643
Categories: CHICAGO IL

14475 John Humphrey Dr Ste 100, 13.9 miles

14475 John Humphrey Dr Ste 100,
Orland Park, IL 60462
Categories: Orland Park IL

10737 W. 165TH STREET 13.9 miles

10737 W. 165TH STREET
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
Categories: ORLAND PARK IL

10242 S VINCENNES AVE 14.0 miles

10242 S VINCENNES AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60643
Categories: CHICAGO IL

900 E 103RD ST 14.0 miles

900 E 103RD ST
CHICAGO, IL 60628
Categories: CHICAGO IL

10837 S Cicero Ave Ste 310, 14.2 miles

10837 S Cicero Ave Ste 310,
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Categories: Oak Lawn IL

4519 W 5TH AVE 14.2 miles

4519 W 5TH AVE
GARY, IN 46406
Categories: GARY IN

5533 W 109TH ST STE 103 14.4 miles

5533 W 109TH ST STE 103
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
Categories: OAK LAWN IL

12255 S 80TH AVE 14.6 miles

12255 S 80TH AVE
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
Categories: PALOS HEIGHTS IL

7800 W College Dr, Room 1-W 14.8 miles

7800 W College Dr, Room 1-W
Palos Heights, IL 60463
Categories: Palos Heights IL

611 DIVISION ST 15.2 miles

611 DIVISION ST
PEOTONE, IL 60468
Categories: PEOTONE IL

3317 W 95TH ST LOWR LEVEL STE 5 15.3 miles

3317 W 95TH ST LOWR LEVEL STE 5
EVERGREEN PARK, IL 60805
Categories: EVERGREEN PARK IL

250 E MAPLE ST 15.5 miles

250 E MAPLE ST
NEW LENOX, IL 60451
Categories: NEW LENOX IL

8751 S Greenwood Ave Ste 106, 16.0 miles

8751 S Greenwood Ave Ste 106,
Chicago, IL 60619
Categories: Chicago IL

9001 Broadway, 16.0 miles

9001 Broadway,
Merrillville, IN 46410
Categories: Merrillville IN

751 E 81ST PL 16.1 miles

751 E 81ST PL
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
Categories: MERRILLVILLE IN

387 EAST 84TH DR 16.1 miles

387 EAST 84TH DR
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
Categories: MERRILLVILLE IN

5660 W 95TH ST 16.1 miles

5660 W 95TH ST
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
Categories: OAK LAWN IL

621 E LINCOLN HWY 16.4 miles

621 E LINCOLN HWY
NEW LENOX, IL 60451
Categories: NEW LENOX IL

8755 S HARLEM AVE 17.8 miles

8755 S HARLEM AVE
BRIDGEVIEW, IL 60455
Categories: BRIDGEVIEW IL

1974 E 73RD ST 18.0 miles

1974 E 73RD ST
CHICAGO, IL 60649
Categories: CHICAGO IL

14330 S WILL COOK RD 18.2 miles

14330 S WILL COOK RD
HOMER GLEN, IL 60491
Categories: HOMER GLEN IL

5015 W 65TH ST 19.4 miles

5015 W 65TH ST
BEDFORD PARK, IL 60638
Categories: BEDFORD PARK IL

1354 S LAKE PARK AVE 19.5 miles

1354 S LAKE PARK AVE
HOBART, IN 46342
Categories: HOBART IN

5841 S MARYLAND AVE 19.6 miles

5841 S MARYLAND AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60637
Categories: CHICAGO IL

5709 S. Loomis Blvd 19.7 miles

5709 S. Loomis Blvd
Chicago, IL 60636
Categories: Chicago IL

6500 W 65TH ST 20.0 miles

6500 W 65TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60638
Categories: CHICAGO IL

5525 S PULASKI RD FL 3 20.3 miles

5525 S PULASKI RD FL 3
CHICAGO, IL 60629
Categories: CHICAGO IL

12800 MISSISSIPPI PKWY STE A204 20.3 miles

12800 MISSISSIPPI PKWY STE A204
CROWN POINT, IN 46307
Categories: CROWN POINT IN

650 W 51ST ST 20.4 miles

650 W 51ST ST
CHICAGO, IL 60609
Categories: CHICAGO IL

4940 S CICERO AVE 20.5 miles

4940 S CICERO AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60638
Categories: CHICAGO IL

16221 W 159th St 20.6 miles

16221 W 159th St
Lockport, IL 60441
Categories: Lockport IL

2490 CENTRAL AVE 21.0 miles

2490 CENTRAL AVE
LAKE STATION, IN 46405
Categories: LAKE STATION IN

1438 RIPLEY ST 21.2 miles

1438 RIPLEY ST
LAKE STATION, IN 46405
Categories: LAKE STATION IN

9532 EAGLE WAY 21.5 miles

9532 EAGLE WAY
CHICAGO, IL 60678
Categories: CHICAGO IL

9150 E 109TH AVE, STE C-1 22.2 miles

9150 E 109TH AVE, STE C-1
CROWN POINT, IN 46307
Categories: CROWN POINT IN

ONSITE ONLY 22.3 miles

ONSITE ONLY
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
Categories: WILLOWBROOK IL

6170 JOLIET RD 22.3 miles

6170 JOLIET RD
COUNTRYSIDE, IL 60525
Categories: COUNTRYSIDE IL

6555 WILLOW SPRINGS RD STE 6 22.4 miles

6555 WILLOW SPRINGS RD STE 6
LA GRANGE HIGHLANDS, IL 60525
Categories: LA GRANGE HIGHLANDS IL

1000 S HAMILTON ST 22.5 miles

1000 S HAMILTON ST
LOCKPORT, IL 60441
Categories: LOCKPORT IL

REMIT ONLY: DEPT 77-6478 22.5 miles

REMIT ONLY: DEPT 77-6478
CHICAGO, IL 60678
Categories: CHICAGO IL

75 REMITTANCE DR STE 1660 22.5 miles

75 REMITTANCE DR STE 1660
CHICAGO, IL 60675
Categories: CHICAGO IL

3316 S ASHLAND AVE 22.7 miles

3316 S ASHLAND AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60608
Categories: CHICAGO IL

6300 KINGERY HWY STE 404 22.9 miles

6300 KINGERY HWY STE 404
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
Categories: WILLOWBROOK IL

3145 S ASHLAND AVE STE 110 23.0 miles

3145 S ASHLAND AVE STE 110
CHICAGO, IL 60608
Categories: CHICAGO IL

2025 S CHICAGO ST 23.0 miles

2025 S CHICAGO ST
JOLIET, IL 60436
Categories: JOLIET IL

2929 S ELLIS AVE 23.2 miles

2929 S ELLIS AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Categories: CHICAGO IL

2907 S WABASH AVE STE 100 23.4 miles

2907 S WABASH AVE STE 100
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Categories: CHICAGO IL

3201 S WALLACE ST 23.4 miles

3201 S WALLACE ST
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Categories: CHICAGO IL

2600 S Michigan Ave 23.5 miles

2600 S Michigan Ave
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Categories: CHICAGO IL

535 PLAINFIELD RD STE C 23.6 miles

535 PLAINFIELD RD STE C
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
Categories: WILLOWBROOK IL

3630 WILLOWCREEK RD 23.6 miles

3630 WILLOWCREEK RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
Categories: PORTAGE IN

3325 WILLOWCREEK RD 23.7 miles

3325 WILLOWCREEK RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
Categories: PORTAGE IN

3170 WILLOWCREEK RD 23.7 miles

3170 WILLOWCREEK RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
Categories: PORTAGE IN

2361 Reliable Parkway 23.8 miles

2361 Reliable Parkway
Chicago, IL 60686
Categories: Chicago IL

2393 Reliable Parkway 23.8 miles

2393 Reliable Parkway
Chicago, IL 60686
Categories: Chicago IL

5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD 24.0 miles

5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
Categories: LA GRANGE IL

3545 Arbors Blvd, 24.4 miles

3545 Arbors Blvd,
Portage, IN 46368
Categories: Portage IN

7421 S CASS AVE 24.4 miles

7421 S CASS AVE
DARIEN, IL 60561
Categories: DARIEN IL

3391 AIRPORT RD 24.7 miles

3391 AIRPORT RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
Categories: PORTAGE IN

5601 W CERMAK RD 24.7 miles

5601 W CERMAK RD
CICERO, IL 60804
Categories: CICERO IL

18W125 RODGERS CT 24.8 miles

18W125 RODGERS CT
DARIEN, IL 60561
Categories: DARIEN IL

125 N LA GRANGE RD 24.9 miles

125 N LA GRANGE RD
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
Categories: LA GRANGE IL

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Accredited Drug Testing has drug testing locations in most cities and towns throughout the United States. Providing drug testing, alcohol testing, DNA testing and other related services. Most testing centers are within minutes of your home or office. Same day service is available in most cases. To schedule a test please call our scheduling department at 1-800-221-4291 or you may schedule your test online utilizing your zip code in which you are located.

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Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

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Local Drug Testing Centers: A Comprehensive Guide

Local drug testing centers play a pivotal role in the enforcement of drug-free policies in workplaces, schools, and other institutions. They provide a necessary service for drug screening, ensuring public safety, enhancing workplace productivity, and contributing to overall community health. This guide covers the importance, services, and considerations involved in utilizing local drug testing centers.

Importance of Local Drug Testing Centers

Drug testing centers are crucial for identifying drug use and ensuring compliance with various legal and safety regulations. They help employers maintain a safe and productive work environment, assist law enforcement and legal professionals, and support health care providers in treating and advising patients on substance use.

Services Offered by Local Drug Testing Centers

  • Pre-Employment Screening: Testing potential employees to ensure they meet the employer's policies regarding drug use.
  • Random Drug Testing: Conducting unscheduled drug tests to deter drug use among employees or members of an organization.
  • Reasonable Suspicion Testing: Testing individuals who exhibit behaviors that suggest drug use, based on observed conditions explicitly articulated by trained supervisors.
  • Post-Accident Testing: Assessing employees for drug use after an accident to determine if drugs were a contributing factor to the incident.
  • Follow-Up Testing: Monitoring employees who have returned to work after participating in rehabilitation programs for substance use.

Choosing a Local Drug Testing Center

  1. Accreditation: Ensure the center is accredited by relevant health and safety authorities, indicating compliance with industry standards.
  2. Confidentiality: The center should uphold strict confidentiality policies to protect the privacy of individuals undergoing testing.
  3. Technology and Accuracy: Check that the center employs up-to-date technology and methodology for accurate and reliable testing results.

Benefits of Using Local Drug Testing Centers

Utilizing local drug testing centers offers numerous benefits:

  • Convenience: Local centers provide easy access for individuals and organizations, reducing the time and cost associated with travel.
  • Quick Results: Many local centers offer rapid results, which is critical for timely decision-making in employment and health care scenarios.
  • Support for Compliance: They assist organizations in complying with legal requirements and maintaining industry certifications and standards.

Local drug testing centers are essential for maintaining safe and compliant environments in various settings. By choosing a reputable and properly accredited center, organizations and individuals can rely on precise and efficient service to meet their drug testing needs.

Local Area Info: Chicago Heights, Illinois

Chicago Heights is a city in Cook County, Illinois, United States. The population was 30,276 at the 2010 census. In earlier years, Chicago Heights was nicknamed "The Crossroads of the Nation". Currently, it is nicknamed "The Heights".

According to the 2010 census, Chicago Heights has a total area of 10.083 square miles (26.11 km2), of which 10.07 square miles (26.08 km2) (or 99.87%) is land and 0.013 square miles (0.03 km2) (or 0.13%) is water.

As of the census of 2010, there were 30,276 people, 9,587 households, and 7,077 families in the city. The population density was 3,003.6 people per square mile (1,160.0/km²). There were 11,060 housing units at an average density of 1,097.2 per square mile (423.8/km²). The racial makeup was 38.0% White, 41.5% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 16.6% some other race, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 33.9% of the population.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 29,901 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -8.8%

Population (male): 14,521

Population (female): 15,380

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $918.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Chicago Heights: 99.9 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 26.4%

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (4.2%), German (1.4%), American (1.2%), Polish (1.0%).

Land Area: 9.57 square miles.

Races:
      Black alone - 12,510 - 41.5%
      Hispanic - 10,463 - 34.7%
      White alone - 6,390 - 21.2%
      Two or more races - 475 - 1.6%
      Other race alone - 262 - 0.9%
      Asian alone - 19 - 0.06%
      American Indian alone - 5 - 0.02%

Chicago Heights is about 30 miles (48 km) south of the Chicago Loop.