Anderson Population 2026
Anderson has a population of 55,305, making it the #768 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Indiana. It is about 159× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
55,305
Rank in United States
#768
Coordinates
40.11°N, 85.68°W
~268 m elevation · America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Distance to capital (Washington)
753 km
468 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Indiana
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis | 887,642 | #16 |
| Fort Wayne | 260,326 | #81 |
| Evansville | 119,943 | #245 |
| South Bend | 101,516 | #317 |
| Carmel | 88,713 | #383 |
| Bloomington | 84,067 | #427 |
| Hammond | 77,614 | #474 |
| Gary | 77,156 | #476 |
Cities near Anderson
- Muncie70,087 people · ~27 km away
- Noblesville59,093 people · ~29 km away
- New Castle17,621 people · ~33 km away
- Fishers76,794 people · ~33 km away
- Greenfield21,497 people · ~36 km away
- Westfield36,738 people · ~39 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Anderson?
Anderson has a population of 55,305 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #768 biggest city in United States.
What state is Anderson in?
Anderson is located in Indiana, United States.
Is Anderson the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 753 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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