Indianapolis Population 2026
Indianapolis has a population of 887,642, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Indiana. Roughly 0.3% of United States's population lives here. It is about 9.9× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
887,642
Rank in United States
#16
Coordinates
39.77°N, 86.16°W
~218 m elevation · America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Distance to capital (Washington)
790 km
491 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Indiana
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Fishers | 76,794 | #480 |
Cities near Indianapolis
- Broad Ripple17,041 people · ~11 km away
- Lawrence47,809 people · ~14 km away
- Greenwood55,586 people · ~18 km away
- Fairfield Heights21,285 people · ~20 km away
- Avon16,451 people · ~21 km away
- Plainfield30,590 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Indianapolis?
Indianapolis has a population of 887,642 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in United States.
What state is Indianapolis in?
Indianapolis is located in Indiana, United States.
Is Indianapolis the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 790 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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