Mishawaka Population 2026
Mishawaka has a population of 48,261, making it the #914 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Indiana. It is about 182× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
48,261
Rank in United States
#914
Coordinates
41.66°N, 86.16°W
~220 m elevation · America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Distance to capital (Washington)
832 km
517 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 Mishawaka
- South Bend101,516 people · ~8 km away
- Granger30,465 people · ~11 km away
- Elkhart52,348 people · ~15 km away
- Goshen32,983 people · ~28 km away
- La Porte21,916 people · ~47 km away
- Michigan City31,459 people · ~61 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mishawaka?
Mishawaka has a population of 48,261 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #914 biggest city in United States.
What state is Mishawaka in?
Mishawaka is located in Indiana, United States.
Is Mishawaka the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 832 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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