Frankfort Population 2026
Frankfort has a population of 16,060, making it the #2916 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Indiana. It is about 548× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,060
Rank in United States
#2916
Coordinates
40.28°N, 86.51°W
~259 m elevation · America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Distance to capital (Washington)
826 km
513 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 Frankfort
- Lebanon15,892 people · ~26 km away
- Lafayette71,111 people · ~34 km away
- West Lafayette45,550 people · ~37 km away
- Kokomo57,995 people · ~39 km away
- Crawfordsville16,024 people · ~41 km away
- Westfield36,738 people · ~42 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Frankfort?
Frankfort has a population of 16,060 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2916 biggest city in United States.
What state is Frankfort in?
Frankfort is located in Indiana, United States.
Is Frankfort the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 826 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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