Michigan City Population 2026
Michigan City has a population of 31,459, making it the #1467 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Indiana. It is about 280× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,459
Rank in United States
#1467
Coordinates
41.71°N, 86.90°W
~191 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
892 km
554 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 Michigan City
- La Porte21,916 people · ~19 km away
- Portage36,738 people · ~28 km away
- Valparaiso32,626 people · ~30 km away
- Gary77,156 people · ~40 km away
- Merrillville35,224 people · ~44 km away
- Crown Point28,879 people · ~51 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Michigan City?
Michigan City has a population of 31,459 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1467 biggest city in United States.
What state is Michigan City in?
Michigan City is located in Indiana, United States.
Is Michigan City the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 892 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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