Where is Kokomo, Indiana, USA?

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Where is Kokomo Located? - Kokomo is a city located in the Howard County of Indiana, United States. Kokomo lies between 39.0883 Degrees North latitudes and 96.8139 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Kokomo, Indiana

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Where is Kokomo?: The Google Map showing the location of Kokomo in the U.S. state of Indiana.

Where is Kokomo Located?

Kokomo is a city located in the Howard County of Indiana, United States. Kokomo lies between 39.0883 Degrees North latitudes and 96.8139 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Kokomo city is 59604 people and the city has a total area of 36.68 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Kokomo, Indiana Quick Facts

Property Details
CityKokomo
CountyHoward County
StateIndiana
State CapitalIndianapolis
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude40.4864° N
Longitude86.1336° W
Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Land Area18.02 sq mi
Water Area0.15 sq mi
Total Area18.17 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)59,604
Population DensityApproximately 3,307 per sq mi
ZIP Codes46901, 46902, 46903, 46904
Area Code765
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code18-40356
Congressional DistrictIndiana's 5th Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Kokomo

Category Details
Nearest AirportIndianapolis International Airport
IATA CodeIND
Regional AirportKokomo Municipal Airport
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 31, State Road 22, State Road 26, State Road 931
Rail ServiceFreight rail service (Norfolk Southern)
Public TransitCity Line Trolley (Kokomo Transit)
  • U.S. Route 31: The city's primary north-south corridor connecting Kokomo with Indianapolis and South Bend.
  • Kokomo Municipal Airport: Serves general aviation and business aircraft for the region.
  • Indianapolis International Airport: The nearest major commercial airport, located about 60 miles south of Kokomo.
  • City Line Trolley: Provides public bus transportation throughout Kokomo and nearby destinations.

Top Places to Visit in Kokomo, Indiana

Landmark Name Type
Seiberling MansionHistoric House Museum
Elwood Haynes MuseumMuseum
Highland ParkCity Park
Kokomo Opalescent Glass FactoryFactory & Visitor Attraction
Kokomo Automotive MuseumMuseum
Jackson Morrow ParkRecreation Park
Foster ParkCity Park
Wildcat Creek Walk of ExcellenceScenic Walkway
Downtown KokomoHistoric District
Kokomo Beach Family Aquatic CenterWater Park

Driving Distances from Kokomo, Indiana to Nearby Cities

City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
PeruIndiana1925 minutes
TiptonIndiana1720 minutes
LogansportIndiana2835 minutes
MarionIndiana3440 minutes
LafayetteIndiana5055 minutes
MuncieIndiana581 hour
AndersonIndiana4450 minutes
CarmelIndiana4350 minutes
IndianapolisIndiana601 hour 10 minutes
Fort WayneIndiana791 hour 30 minutes

Colleges and Universities in Kokomo, Indiana

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Indiana University KokomoPublicRegional UniversityBusiness, nursing, education, and liberal arts programs
Ivy Tech Community College – KokomoPublicCommunity CollegeTechnical education, workforce training, and associate degrees
Purdue Polytechnic KokomoPublicTechnical CampusEngineering technology and manufacturing education
Taylor UniversityPrivateUniversityChristian liberal arts education (nearby Upland campus)
Ball State UniversityPublicResearch UniversityArchitecture, education, business, and health sciences

Waterbodies in Kokomo, Indiana

Wildcat Creek, Kokomo Reservoir, Highland Park Lake, Dixon Lake, Foster Park Pond, Wildcat Creek South Fork, Kokomo Creek, Prairie Creek Reservoir

Stadiums in Kokomo

Northwestern High School Stadium, Memorial Gymnasium, Municipal Stadium, Kokomo High School Stadium, Championship Park Sports Complex

Kokomo, Indiana — Key Historical Facts

  • Kokomo was founded in 1844 and was named after a Native American chief associated with the Miami people.
  • The arrival of the railroad in the nineteenth century transformed Kokomo into an important manufacturing and commercial center in north-central Indiana.
  • Natural gas discoveries during the 1880s fueled rapid industrial growth, attracting glass manufacturers and other industries to the city.
  • Throughout the twentieth century, Kokomo became a major automotive manufacturing hub with significant Chrysler and General Motors operations.
  • Today, Kokomo remains an important center for advanced manufacturing, automotive technology, higher education, and regional healthcare in Indiana.

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