City of Gary, Indiana
City of Gary: The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana. It is located on Lake Michigan in northwestern Indiana. Gary is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Gary History Museum and the Gary International Airport.
About
City of Gary is a city located in the county of Lake in the U.S. state of Indiana. Its population at the 2010 census was 80,294 and a population density of 542 people per km². After 0 years in 2010 city had an estimated population of 80,294 inhabitants.
The city was created 117 years ago in 1905.
Quick Facts about City of Gary
| Population : | 80,294 (2010) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Indiana (United States) |
| County : | Lake County |
| Twitter username : | TeamGaryIndiana |
| Postal code : | 46401–46411 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 219 |
| Area : | 148.17 km2 |
| Official name : | Gary |
| Altitude : | 591 feet / 180 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1906 (117 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 18:02:52 (3rd December 2023) |
| Density : | 542 Pop. per km² as of 2010 |
| Population growth : | 0% (2010-2010) |
| Weather : | 41℉ Rain Likely then Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
City of Gary is located at 41°35'44"N 87°20'43"W (41.5956000, -87.3452100).
City of Gary map
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Weather
City of Gary forecast: Rain likely before noon. Cloudy. High near 41, with temperatures falling to around 38 in the afternoon. West southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. more
- Official Website
Official website of City of Gary
Demographics
The population of City of Gary increased by 0% in 0 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 1910 | 15,802 | - | |
| 2010 | 80,294 | 80.32% |
People born in City of Gary (200)
People born in City of Gary, including economist Paul Samuelson, economist James K. Galbraith, singer, songwriter and actress from Indiana Janet Jackson, .
List
- La Toya Jackson (American singer) she was born in 29/05/1956
- Rebbie Jackson (singer from the United States) she was born in 29/05/1950
- Polly Draper (Actress, director, writer, producer) she was born in 15/06/1955
- Jermaine Jackson (American singer and member of The Jackson 5) he was born in 11/12/1954
- Marlon Jackson (American singer and member of The Jackson 5) he was born in 12/03/1957
- Tito Jackson (singer and member of The Jackson 5) he was born in 15/10/1953
- Johnny Bothwell (American musician) he was born in 23/05/1919
- Adam Benjamin, Jr. (American politician (1935-1982)) he was born in 06/08/1935
- Randy Jackson (American singer and musician) he was born in 29/10/1961
- Deniece Williams (American singer) she was born in 03/06/1950
- Jevetta Steele (American singer) she was born in 11/11/1963
- Ralph McQuarrie (American conceptual designer and illustrator (1929-2012)) he was born in 13/06/1929
- Pete Visclosky (American politician) he was born in 13/08/1949
- Art LaFleur (American actor) he was born in 09/09/1943
- Sharmell Sullivan-Huffman (American professional wrestler) she was born in 02/11/1970
- Mousey Alexander (Jazz drummer) he was born in 19/06/1922
- R. M. Wilson (American mathematician) he was born in 23/11/1945
- Dick Barnett (American basketball player) he was born in 02/10/1936
Schools in City of Gary
College & universities near City of Gary, IN
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 151360 | Indiana University-Northwest | Gary (IN) | 46408-1197 |
Stations (23)
Amtrak & bus stations near City of Gary, IN
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GRY | Gary, IN | 100 West 4th Avenue | BUS |
| HMI | Hammond–Whiting station | 1135 South Calumet Ave. | RAIL |
| DYE | Dyer station | 913 Sheffield Avenue | RAIL |
| HMW | Homewood | 18015 Park Ave. | RAIL |
| MCI | Michigan City | 100 Washington St. | RAIL |
Post offices near City of Gary
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| 15th Avenu Post Office | Gary (IN) | 46407 |
Other cities in Lake County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lake County , IN. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hammond | 75,342 | The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana. |
| Gary | 74,693 | The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana. |
| Merrillville | 34,916 | Town in Ross Township, Lake County, Indiana |
| Crown Point | 30,906 | City in Indiana, USA |
| Schererville | 28,593 | Town in northwest Indiana, USA |
| Hobart | 27,913 | City in Lake County, Indiana, United States of America |
| East Chicago | 27,742 | City in Lake County, Indiana, United States |
| Munster | 22,483 | Town in the U. |
| Highland | 22,283 | Town in Lake County, Indiana, United States |
| Griffith | 16,032 | Town in Calumet and St. |
| Dyer | 15,955 | Town in Indiana |
| Cedar Lake | 13,588 | Town in Lake County, Indiana, United States |
| Lake Station | 11,850 | City in Indiana, United States |
| Lowell | 9,450 | Town in Lake County, Indiana, United States |
| Winfield | 5,486 | Town of the United States |
| Whiting | 4,814 | City in Lake County, Indiana, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
City of Gary distances to largest Indiana cities
