South Loop - Chicago

You’ll find fossils at the field museum, beluga whales at the Shedd Aquarium, and Bears touchdowns at Soldier Field.

Overview for South Loop - Chicago, IL

53,085 people live in South Loop - Chicago, where the median age is 37.6 and the average individual income is $43,230. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

53,085

Total Population

37.6 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$43,230

Average individual Income

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Welcome to South Loop

Welcome to Chicago’s South Loop. You’ll find fossils at the field museum, beluga whales at the Shedd Aquarium, and Bears touchdowns at Soldier Field. The stretch near South Loop’s Lakefront is home to many of the city’s treasures.

Overview

The Neighbors: Students, artists, professionals, empty nesters, and more life within reach of accessible transportation, world-class attractions, and entertainment.

What to Expect: Protected lake views, architectural wonders, and nonstop public transit.

The Lifestyle: Endless shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities, many with unbeatable views of the park and lake.

Unexpected Appeal: Mellow vibes throughout the community established restaurants, music, clubs, small theaters, and museums.

The Market: From new construction to quirky lofts, the high-rises lining the park pack a variety of housing options.

You’ll Fall in Love With: Convenience and endless attractions.

Our Favorites

Yolk: Cafe chain serving creative breakfast dishes and sandwiches in a cheery, contemporary atmosphere.
Victory Tap: Cozy Italian spot serving hearty classics amid upscale tavern environs with a huge carved wood bar.
Whole Foods: Eco-minded chain with natural and organic grocery items, housewares, and other products.
Showplace ICON Theater: Modern theater featuring new films, a cocktail lounge with American fare, and an adults-only area.
Eleven City Diner: Jewish deli standards and classic American fare in a casual diner setting with a soda fountain.
Little Branch Cafe: Hip American restaurant and coffeehouse with a full bar in a simple, contemporary space with a patio.
FruVé xPress Juicery: An organic juice bar for quick and healthy on-the-go meals.
Agora Sculptures: An installation of 106 headless and armless iron sculptures designed by Polish artist Magdalena Abakanowicz.
Field Museum: A natural history museum. One of the largest of such museums in the world.

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Demographics and Employment Data for South Loop - Chicago, IL

Population Households Employment

South Loop - Chicago has 24,622 households, with an average household size of 2.06. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in South Loop - Chicago do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 53,085 people call South Loop - Chicago home. The population density is 13,969.44 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

53,085

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

37.6

Median Age

48.11 / 51.89%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

24,622

Total Households

2.06

Average Household Size

$43,230

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Around South Loop - Chicago, IL

There's plenty to do around South Loop - Chicago, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

77

Very Walkable

Walking Score

79

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

70

Excellent Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Pedal-Powered Produce Party, The Luminary Cafe & Bar, and TNS Pop Shop.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Pedal-Powered Produce Party page on Yelp Search 233 S Wacker Dr on Google Maps	Dining · $	2.45 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Luminary Cafe & Bar page on Yelp Search 303 E Wacker Dr on Google Maps	Dining	2.98 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the TNS Pop Shop page on Yelp	Dining · $	2.35 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Gemini Shop page on Yelp Search 1911 W Division St on Google Maps	Shopping	4.82 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Abraham Lincoln Book Shop page on Yelp Search 824 W Superior St on Google Maps	Shopping	3.77 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fly Club page on Yelp Search 2229 S Michigan Ave on Google Maps	Active	0.52 miles	15 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Movement Guild page on Yelp Search 1659 West Hubbard St on Google Maps	Active	3.88 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Art of Escape Room page on Yelp Search 162 W Grand Ave LL on Google Maps	Active	3.29 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Active Evolution, Inc. page on Yelp Search 820 N Orleans St on Google Maps	Active	3.71 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Endorfins Fishing Charter Service page on Yelp	Active	3.34 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the barre3 page on Yelp Search 171 N Aberdeen St on Google Maps	Active	3.22 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Chicagoland DJ Services page on Yelp	Nightlife	3.97 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Salon Olori page on Yelp Search 3505 S Halsted St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.48 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Chair Massage - Chicago by TherapyPro page on Yelp	Beauty	3.34 miles	17 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Danny Valles page on Yelp Search 111 N Wabash St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.69 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Black Atlas Studios page on Yelp Search 3527 S Halsted on Google Maps	Beauty	1.51 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the G Spot Hair Design page on Yelp Search 1640 W Division St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.69 miles	28 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the French Cosmetology by Tanith page on Yelp Search 650 N Dearborn St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.42 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Skin Division page on Yelp Search 415 W Huron on Google Maps	Beauty	3.53 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Makeup My Day page on Yelp	Beauty	2.35 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars

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South Loop - Chicago

Overview for South Loop - Chicago, IL

53,085

37.6 years

High

$43,230

Welcome to South Loop

Overview

Our Favorites

Demographics and Employment Data for South Loop - Chicago, IL

53,085

High

37.6

48.11 / 51.89%

24,622

2.06

$43,230

Around South Loop - Chicago, IL

77

Very Walkable

79

Very Bikeable

70

Excellent Transit

Points of Interest

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