Merrillville Population 2026
Merrillville has a population of 35,224, making it the #1300 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Indiana. It is about 250× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,224
Rank in United States
#1300
Coordinates
41.48°N, 87.33°W
~200 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
920 km
571 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 Merrillville
- Crown Point28,879 people · ~8 km away
- Schererville28,791 people · ~10 km away
- Gary77,156 people · ~12 km away
- Portage36,738 people · ~17 km away
- Hammond77,614 people · ~18 km away
- Valparaiso32,626 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Merrillville?
Merrillville has a population of 35,224 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1300 biggest city in United States.
What state is Merrillville in?
Merrillville is located in Indiana, United States.
Is Merrillville the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 920 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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