Lake Station, Indiana
Lake Station: city in Indiana, United States
About
Lake Station is a city located in the county of Lake in the U.S. state of Indiana. Its population at the 2010 census was 12,572. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 11,850 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Lake Station
| Population | 11,850 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Indiana (United States) |
| County | Lake County |
| Postal code | 46405 |
| Phone Area Codes | 219 |
| Area | 21833599 km2 |
| Official name | Lake Station, Lake Station, East Gary |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.5750,-87.2389 |
| Altitude | 620 feet / 189 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 15:32:29 (16th April 2026) |
| Population growth | -6.09% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 69℉ Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Lake Station is located at 41°34'30"N 87°14'20"W (41.5750400, -87.2389200).
Lake Station map
Weather
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 69. West southwest wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Lake Station
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Lake Station decreased by 6.09% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,572 | - | census |
| 2011 | 12,586 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 12,504 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 12,411 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 12,327 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 12,194 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 12,090 | -0.86% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 11,986 | -0.87% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 11,898 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 11,845 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 11,850 | 0.04% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Lake Station
1Bellaboo's Play and Discovery Center
2800 Colorado St, Lake Station, IN 46405, United States View details
Phone: +12199632070 | Website available
2Three Rivers County Park
2800 Colorado St, Lake Station, IN 46405, United States View details
Phone: +12199627810
Where to Eat in Lake Station
1Papa John's Pizza
3200 Central Ave, Lake Station, IN 46405, United States View details
Phone: +12199637272 | Website available
People born in Lake Station (1)
American crime and horror author Max Booth, III was born in Lake Station
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Lake Station, IN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 151360 | Indiana University-Northwest | Gary (IN) | 46408-1197 |
Nearby Transit Stations (23)
Rail and bus stations connected to Lake Station, IN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GRY | Gary, IN | 100 West 4th Avenue | BUS |
| DYE | Dyer station | 913 Sheffield Avenue | RAIL |
| HMI | Hammond–Whiting station | 1135 South Calumet Ave. | RAIL |
| MCI | Michigan City | 100 Washington St. | RAIL |
| HMW | Homewood | 18015 Park Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Lake Station.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Station Post Office | Lake Station (IN) | 46405 |
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 |
| 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
Lake Station distances to largest Indiana cities