Indiana

#17 in USMidwest

The Hoosier State Ā· Indiana (IN) has a population of 6,862,199 people, making it the #17 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Indianapolis and the largest city is Indianapolis.

Population

6.9M

#17 of 51

Area

36,420 mi²

94,327 km²

Density

73/km²

188/mi²

Capital

Indianapolis

Median Income

$69K

Below national avg

Unemployment

3.6%

National avg: 3.9%

Median Age

38.3

US Share

2.05%

of 335M total

Population Growth

2020 Census

6,785,528

2023 Estimate

6,862,199

Change

+76,671 (+1.1%)

Race & Ethnicity

White76.7%
Hispanic/Latino8.7%
Black9.0%
Asian2.7%
Two or More Races7.7%
American Indian/Alaska Native0.3%
Other3.6%

Age Distribution

Under 1823.0%
18 to 6459.7%
65 and over17.2%

Economy & Education

Median Household Income
$69,477
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Unemployment Rate
3.6%
Bachelor's Degree+
30.2%

Largest Cities in Indiana

IndianapolisFort WayneEvansvilleSouth BendCarmel

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Indiana?

Indiana has a population of 6,862,199 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #17 among all US states by population, representing 2.05% of the total US population.

What is the capital of Indiana?

The capital of Indiana is Indianapolis. The largest cities include Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Evansville.

What is the median household income in Indiana?

The median household income in Indiana is $69,477, below the national average of $77,589.

How fast is Indiana growing?

Indiana has grown 1.1% since the 2020 Census, from 6,785,528 to 6,862,199.

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