Muncie Population 2026
Muncie has a population of 70,087, making it the #549 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Indiana. It is about 126× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
70,087
Rank in United States
#549
Coordinates
40.19°N, 85.39°W
~284 m elevation · America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Distance to capital (Washington)
730 km
453 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 Muncie
- Anderson55,305 people · ~27 km away
- New Castle17,621 people · ~29 km away
- Marion29,081 people · ~47 km away
- Noblesville59,093 people · ~55 km away
- Greenfield21,497 people · ~56 km away
- Richmond35,854 people · ~59 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Muncie?
Muncie has a population of 70,087 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #549 biggest city in United States.
What state is Muncie in?
Muncie is located in Indiana, United States.
Is Muncie the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 730 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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