- Brandel Library
- Research Guides
- NURS 4500/4515: Community Health Nursing (Chicago)
- Community Information
NURS 4500/4515: Community Health Nursing (Chicago)
Community Information
Chicago Community Areas
General information about Chicago community areas.
- Community Area MapsThe city of Chicago has several maps here that show the official boundaries of each community area.
- Community Area Map with ZipcodesThis map shows you which zipcodes coincide with each community area.
- Community Area PopulationsChicago community area population comparisons from 2000 and 2010 census.
- Find Your Ward and AldermanMany wards and aldermen have their own webpages or facebook pages. These pages can provide you with info about events and news in your community.
- Chicago Community Data PortalContains dashboard for economic opportunity, education, and community health for Chicago overall and neighborhoods.
Education
Data and reports about Chicago public schools.
- CPS Locator and School ReportsIndividual school and city-wide data. Includes demographics, school report cards and student/parent survey results.
- Illinois Report CardInformation about public schools across Illinois. Each report card includes student characteristics (race, ethnicity, and the percentage of students at each school who do not have permanent/adequate homes or live in a low-income household). TIP: You can also click the "highlights" link to find out if the school offers physical education and health/nutrition courses.
- Illinois State Board of Education - Nutrition and Wellness DivisionThis division supports and promotes the overall wellbeing of children through various programs and initiatives.
- Chicago Public School TiersA student's chance of getting into the city's top, selective schools often depends on where he or she lives. CPS places every part of the city into one of four socio-economic "tiers." Use this tool to find what tier you are in.
Environmental Hazards
Information on environmental hazards to Chicago community areas.
- Illinois Environmental Protection AgencySearch for your community to find out if there are any environmental threats.
- Environmental Defense LeagueSearch by a specific pollutant or environmental hazard (e.g., lead) to see how your community ranks. Zipcode-level information only.
- Is there sewage in the Chicago River?Every so often when Chicago gets a lot of rain or there's a significant snowmelt, the Chicagoland water management agencies pump excess wastewater into the lake and river in order to prevent flooding. This site notifies Chicagoans when this happens.
Health and Wellness
Information about health and wellness. For more links, visit the Health and Vital Statistics tab.
- Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)The mission of the Chicago Department of Public Health is to make Chicago a safer and healthier place by working with community partners to promote health, prevent disease, reduce environmental hazards and ensure access to health care for all Chicagoans.
- Find a Neighborhood Health ClinicLocate the Public Health Clinic in your community area.
- Illinois State SnapshotYou can see the Department of Health and Human Service's overall statistics for health care in Illinois here. You can also compare this to other states.
Crime and Safety
Information about crime, safety, and sources of protection.
- Chicago Police DepartmentGet a sense of the crime problems in your neighborhood. 1) Click the "My District" link to find your district and beat.
- Gang Territory Map of ChicagoMap of gang territories in the city. Select the most recent year.
- Neighborhood ScoutCrime rates and statistics by neighborhood.
- FBI's Crime in the U.S ReportThe FBI tracks crime by state and city across the country. Data is from the 2019 Crime in the U.S Report
Worksheet and Survey
- Community Assessment WorksheetThis worksheet will guide you through the process of locating and analyzing data.
- Community Health Assessment 101These slides provide an introduction to conducting a community health assessment
Historical Information
- Encyclopedia of Chicago (Online)Online version of the print encyclopedia. Short articles on all aspects of Chicago such as history and neighborhoods.
- Chicago Public LibrariesUse the "Hours and Location" search box (upper right corner) to find the local library for your community. Public libraries are a good source for community and historical information.
Chicago Transit Maps
Use these maps to learn transportation in your community.
- CTA Bus and Train MapsFind out what transportation is available in and through your community.
- CTA Ridership ReportsProvides the latest data and information about ridership of the CTA system.