Lafayette city, Indiana
Official LSAD Designation: Lafayette city • Census GEOID: 1840788
• Tippecanoe County
Lafayette city is an incorporated city in Tippecanoe County, Indiana. According to official records from the Census (2025), Lafayette city had an estimated population of 71,238 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Lafayette city (GEOID 1840788).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Lafayette
Municipal
Official Title:
Controller
Address:
20 N 6TH ST, LAFAYETTE IN 47901-1412
County Of Tippecanoe
County
Official Title:
Executive Director, Area Plan Commis
Address:
20 N 3RD ST, LAFAYETTE IN 47901-1222
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71,238 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $53,716 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $172,800 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 30.37 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).