Demographics in Gary, IN

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Gary?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

68,604

Male

31,894

46.5%

Female

36,710

53.5%

Median Age

36.4

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

12.8%

Black

76.5%

Hispanic

9.8%

Asian

0.3%

Two or More

6.8%

Other

3.4%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

9.1%

High School or Higher

32.9%

Foreign Born

2.4%

Veterans

5.5%

Married

21.8%

Avg Household Size

2.5

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Gary, IN has a population of 68,604 with a median age of 36.4. The racial makeup is 12.8% White, 9.8% Hispanic, 76.5% Black. About 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 2.4%.