Valparaiso Population 2026
Valparaiso has a population of 32,626, making it the #1417 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Indiana. It is about 270× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,626
Rank in United States
#1417
Coordinates
41.47°N, 87.06°W
~242 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
898 km
558 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 Valparaiso
- Portage36,738 people · ~15 km away
- Merrillville35,224 people · ~23 km away
- Crown Point28,879 people · ~26 km away
- Gary77,156 people · ~27 km away
- Michigan City31,459 people · ~30 km away
- La Porte21,916 people · ~33 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Valparaiso?
Valparaiso has a population of 32,626 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1417 biggest city in United States.
What state is Valparaiso in?
Valparaiso is located in Indiana, United States.
Is Valparaiso the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 898 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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