Cedar Lake, Indiana Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Cedar Lake, Indiana is 14,686 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 63rd-largest city in Indiana. The median household income is $79,177, the median home value is $259,900, and the median age is 40.3.
The population has grown 41.4% since 2010 (11,602 → 16,404).
14,686
Population
1554
People / sq mi
$79,177
Median Income
$259,900
Median Home Value
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Cedar Lake covers 9.5 sq mi of land at 1554 people per square mile.
About Cedar Lake, IN
What sets Cedar Lake apart is where people work — remote work is unusually rare here, at 4.4% versus 14.0% nationally. Cedar Lake is a city in Indiana with a population of 14,686.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $79,177 — near the US median of $78,538. Very few residents live in poverty — 2.1%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $259,900, with typical rent around $1,209.
24.8% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 4.4%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 34 minutes each way.
Cedar Lake town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Cedar Lake town had a population of 11,602 in 2010 and 16,404 in 2024, a 41.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 16,404 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.52%.
16,404
Population (2024)
11,602
Population (2010)
16,404
Peak (2024)
2.52%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,602 |
| 2011 | 11,683 |
| 2012 | 11,682 |
| 2013 | 11,739 |
| 2014 | 11,895 |
| 2015 | 12,028 |
| 2016 | 12,216 |
| 2017 | 12,454 |
| 2018 | 12,755 |
| 2019 | 13,183 |
| 2020 | 14,203 |
| 2021 | 14,762 |
| 2022 | 15,580 |
| 2023 | 16,064 |
| 2024 | 16,404 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.1% |
| Black or African American | 0.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$79,177
Median Household Income
$38,037
Per Capita Income
2.1%
Poverty Rate
3.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$259,900
Median Home Value
$1,209
Median Rent
80.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.9%
High School+
24.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
85.2%
Public Transit
4.4%
Work From Home
33.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
45.6%
Foreign Born
94.1%
Non-English at Home
7.5%
Veterans
11.8%
With Disability
94.7%
Health Insurance
95.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.0% |
| Manufacturing | 13.7% |
| Construction | 11.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.6% |
| Information | 6.3% |
| Retail Trade | 5.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.7% |
| Public Administration | 4.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cedar Lake, Indiana has a population of 14,686 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 63rd-largest city in Indiana.
The median household income in Cedar Lake, Indiana is $79,177, with 2.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Cedar Lake, Indiana is $259,900, with median monthly rent at $1,209 and a homeownership rate of 80.1%.
The median age in Cedar Lake, Indiana is 40.3 years. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.
The population has grown 41.4% since 2010 (11,602 → 16,404).
Cedar Lake town, IN Climate
Cedar Lake town, IN has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C (49°F) and receives about 986 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.5°C
Avg Temp
986
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -6° / 22° | 43 mm |
| February | -3° / 26° | 39 mm |
| March | 3° / 37° | 71 mm |
| April | 9° / 48° | 105 mm |
| May | 15° / 59° | 103 mm |
| June | 21° / 69° | 108 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 98 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 95 mm |
| September | 18° / 64° | 94 mm |
| October | 11° / 52° | 75 mm |
| November | 5° / 40° | 86 mm |
| December | -2° / 28° | 69 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Cedar Lake town, IN
The most comfortable months to visit Cedar Lake town, IN are typically August, June and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -10°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.