Gary, Indiana
Gary: The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana.
About
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 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 74,693 inhabitants.
The city was created 120 years ago in 1905.
Quick Facts about Gary
| Population | 74,693 (2020) |
| 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 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.5934,-87.3464 |
| Altitude | 591 feet / 180 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1906 (120 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 17:32:32 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 504 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -7.5% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 69℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Gary is located at 41°35'36"N 87°20'47"W (41.5933700, -87.3464300).
Gary map
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Gary decreased by 7.5% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 15,802 | - | Istat |
| 2010 | 80,294 | 80.32% | census |
| 2011 | 79,645 | -0.81% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 79,128 | -0.65% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 78,518 | -0.78% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 77,985 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 77,128 | -1.11% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 76,450 | -0.89% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 75,775 | -0.89% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 75,210 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 74,879 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 74,693 | -0.25% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Gary
1Marquette Park Pavilion
1 N Grand Blvd, Gary, IN 46403, United States View details
Phone: +12199387362 | Website available
2Access to West Beach - Indiana Dunes National Park
376 N County Line Rd, Gary, IN 46403, United States View details
Phone: +12193951882 | Website available
3City Methodist Church
577 Washington St, Gary, IN 46402, United States View details
Phone: +12199441201 | Website available
4Indiana Dunes National Park Miller Woods
47-75 N Lake St, Gary, IN 46403, United States View details
Website available
5City of Gary Parks & Recreation Department
839 Broadway s202, Gary, IN 46402, United States View details
Phone: +12198867099 | Website available
Where to Eat in Gary
1Denny's
3150 Grant St, Gary, IN 46408, United States View details
Phone: +12199801665 | Website available
2Church's Chicken
1409 Broadway, Gary, IN 46407, United States View details
Phone: +12198863055 | Website available
3Little Caesars Pizza
2560 Garfield St, Gary, IN 46404, United States View details
Phone: +12198855558 | Website available
4Subway
5808 Melton Rd, Gary, IN 46403, United States View details
Phone: +12199389665 | Website available
5bp
3001 Grant St, Gary, IN 46408, United States View details
Phone: +12198841133 | Website available
People born in Gary (200)
People born in Gary, including economist Paul Samuelson, economist James K. Galbraith, singer, songwriter and actress from Indiana Janet Jackson, .
More notable people
- 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
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Gary, IN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 151360 | Indiana University-Northwest | Gary (IN) | 46408-1197 |
| 475574 | Lil Lou's Beauty and Barber College LLC | Gary (IN) | 46409-2404 |
| 150303 | Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Highland | Highland (IN) | 46322 |
| 490805 | Purdue University Northwest | Hammond (IN) | 46323 |
| 484109 | Paul Mitchell the School-Merrillville | Merrillville (IN) | 46410-5540 |
Nearby Transit Stations (23)
Rail and bus stations connected to Gary, IN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| 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 |
Closest post offices linked to Gary.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| 15th Avenu Post Office | Gary (IN) | 46407 |
| Tolleston Post Office | Gary (IN) | 46404 |
| Gary Post Office | Gary (IN) | 46401 |
| Glen Park Post Office | Gary (IN) | 46409 |
| Miller Post Office | Gary (IN) | 46403 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Gary, West Virginia city in West Virginia, United States with a population of 759 people.
- Gary, South Dakota city in South Dakota, United States with a population of 229 people.
- Gary, Minnesota city in Norman County, Minnesota, United States with a population of 201 people.
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. |
| 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 |
| Shelby | 2,737 | Census-designated place in Indiana, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Gary distances to largest Indiana cities