Columbus Population 2026
Columbus has a population of 46,690, making it the #949 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Indiana. It is about 189× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,690
Rank in United States
#949
Coordinates
39.20°N, 85.92°W
~192 m elevation · America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Distance to capital (Washington)
768 km
477 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 Columbus
- Seymour19,478 people · ~27 km away
- Franklin24,598 people · ~33 km away
- Shelbyville19,133 people · ~38 km away
- Greenwood55,586 people · ~49 km away
- Bloomington84,067 people · ~52 km away
- Greenfield21,497 people · ~66 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Columbus?
Columbus has a population of 46,690 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #949 biggest city in United States.
What state is Columbus in?
Columbus is located in Indiana, United States.
Is Columbus the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 768 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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