Restructuring of the steel and other heavy industry in the late 20th century resulted in a loss of jobs, adversely affecting the city. Abandoned buildings in the downtown area include historic structures such as Union Station, the Palace Theater, and City Methodist Church.

Gary is a city in the state of Indiana, in the Midwestern United States. Gary is known for its steel mills and for being the birthplace of singer Michael Jackson. The population of Gary is less than 70,000.

Gary is a quiet town that is constantly changing. As a part of the rust belt region, there are areas of industry and multiple influences that can be seen from the aesthetics of the buildings on the main roads. It gives the whole town a historical atmosphere. As for public services, there is potential.

The racial makeup of the city was 84.8% African American, 10.7% White, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 1.8% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 5.1% of the population.