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Fort Wayne
  • City in Indiana
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Fort Wayne
#7 in Best Cities to Buy a House in America
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  • City in Indiana
  • 900 reviews
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    Fort Wayne Residents

    Diversity
    A
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Population
    262,676
    Unemployment Rate
    4%
    Poverty Rate
    15.3%
    Non-Citizens
    4.5%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the people who live in your area?
    Based on 97 responses
    • Friendly-typically keep to self but approachable
      28%
    • Nice
      27%
    • Very friendly
      20%
    • Diverse
      8%
    • Hesatant to be social
      7%
    • Family oriented
      4%
    • Rude and impatient
      3%

    Fort Wayne Demographics

    Education Levels
    • Master's degree or higher
      9%
      13%
    • Bachelor's degree
      19%
      21%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      32%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      29%
      26%
    • Less than high school diploma
      11%
      11%
    Racial Diversity
    • White
      65%
    • African American
      15%
    • Hispanic
      9%
    • Asian
      5%
    • Two or more races
      4%
    • Other race
      0%
    • American Indian or Alaska native
      0%
    • Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
      0%
    Gender
    • Female
      51%
    • Male
      49%
    Age
    • <10 years
      14%
    • 10-17 years
      11%
    • 18-24 years
      10%
    • 25-34 years
      15%
    • 35-44 years
      12%
    • 45-54 years
      12%
    • 55-64 years
      12%
    • 65+ years
      14%
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    Income

    Median Household Income
    $53,978
    National
    $69,021
    Household Income Brackets
    • <$25k
      21%
    • $25-$44k
      21%
    • $45-$74k
      24%
    • $75-$149k
      26%
    • $150k+
      8%
    Median Individual Income
    $29,712
    National
    $34,429
    Individual Income Brackets
    • <$15k
      25%
    • $15-$34k
      33%
    • $35-$64k
      27%
    • $65k+
      14%

    Community

    Poll
    74%
    of residents say there is a good sense of community. 108 responses
    Poll
    70%
    of people say LGBTQ+ residents are usually treated well, but there are still some people who aren't accepting of them. 109 responses
    Poll
    What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?
    Based on 82 responses
    • A good place to raise kids
      54%
    • A good starting place
      27%
    • Sometimes it is very noisy
      7%
    • Its a quiet neighborhood
      5%
    • Get involved in the community
      4%
    • Get to know your neighbors
      4%

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