East Chicago, Indiana
East Chicago is a city in Lake County, Indiana, with an estimated population of 25,830 in 2023. It sits at 41.6481, -87.4529 in the America/Chicago time zone.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Place name | East Chicago |
| Type | city |
| State | Indiana (IN) |
| County | Lake County |
| Population (2023 est.) | 25,830 |
| Land area | 14.11 sq mi (36.54 km²) |
| Coordinates | 41.6481, -87.4529 |
| Time zone | America/Chicago |
| ZIP codes | 46312 |
| Telephone area codes | 219 |
ZIP codes and area codes for East Chicago
East Chicago covers 1 ZIP code: 46312. Telephone area codes serving the area: 219. Browse all ZIP codes in Indiana for the full list.
Where is East Chicago?
East Chicago is located in Indiana, in Lake County. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into any map service. The nearest indexed places are listed below, which is a useful check when two states share a place name.
Nearby places
Whiting 4 km · INHammond 5 km · INBurnham 8 km · ILCalumet City 9 km · ILGary 11 km · INHighland 11 km · INMunster 12 km · INLansing 12 km · IL
Other places in Lake County
Hammond 76,193Gary 67,652Merrillville 36,347Crown Point 34,884Schererville 29,657Hobart 29,408St. John 23,644Munster 23,614Highland 23,525Dyer 16,333
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Frequently asked questions
What county is East Chicago, IN in?
East Chicago is in Lake County, Indiana.
What is the population of East Chicago, IN?
The 2023 Census Bureau estimate is 25,830.
What time zone is East Chicago in?
East Chicago is in the America/Chicago time zone.