West Lafayette Population 2026
West Lafayette has a population of 45,550, making it the #966 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Indiana. It is about 193× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
45,550
Rank in United States
#966
Coordinates
40.43°N, 86.91°W
~186 m elevation · America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Distance to capital (Washington)
862 km
535 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 West Lafayette
- Lafayette71,111 people · ~3 km away
- Frankfort16,060 people · ~37 km away
- Crawfordsville16,024 people · ~43 km away
- Lebanon15,892 people · ~56 km away
- Logansport17,793 people · ~59 km away
- Kokomo57,995 people · ~66 km away
FAQ
What is the population of West Lafayette?
West Lafayette has a population of 45,550 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #966 biggest city in United States.
What state is West Lafayette in?
West Lafayette is located in Indiana, United States.
Is West Lafayette the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 862 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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