Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 13.3% ▲ 33% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5,474 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 54,912 (26.9%) |
| Some College | 24,621 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 30,688 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 21,934 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 66,189 (32.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,201 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $187,395 ▼ 33% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,042/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 143,363 |
| Vacant Units | 9,301 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Fort Wayne is a city in Indiana, located in Allen County. The city spans 43 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 333,026 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 35.99 years.
Economically, Fort Wayne is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $71,201 is near the national average. Approximately 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 5.1%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Fort Wayne is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $187,395, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,041 per month. Homeownership is high at 67.0%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Fort Wayne is well-educated. 42.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is majority White (67.09%).
Fort Wayne, IN offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Indiana. Spread across 43 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46802 | 10,360 | $40,903 | $131,600 | $880 | 10.2% | 33.2% | 34.8% |
| 46803 | 11,187 | $31,797 | $78,800 | $878 | 13.9% | 20.7% | 42.0% |
| 46804 | 29,177 | $84,778 | $241,000 | $1,134 | 2.7% | 54.6% | 67.6% |
| 46805 | 21,851 | $50,099 | $131,300 | $858 | 5.9% | 38.7% | 56.3% |
| 46806 | 26,060 | $44,601 | $78,000 | $924 | 10.6% | 19.9% | 52.0% |
| 46807 | 16,285 | $56,341 | $133,500 | $970 | 7.3% | 41.7% | 60.0% |
| 46808 | 19,916 | $53,632 | $127,800 | $939 | 4.8% | 28.9% | 63.6% |
| 46809 | 8,677 | $54,362 | $122,800 | $804 | 5.1% | 27.9% | 65.5% |
| 46814 | 16,906 | $143,245 | $383,000 | $1,249 | 3.0% | 70.7% | 92.2% |
| 46815 | 26,811 | $67,224 | $186,500 | $942 | 6.3% | 44.4% | 76.9% |
| 46816 | 19,240 | $43,760 | $129,100 | $813 | 6.6% | 20.2% | 57.3% |
| 46818 | 21,914 | $86,583 | $221,000 | $1,274 | 2.8% | 43.9% | 85.8% |
| 46819 | 9,318 | $66,618 | $157,100 | $948 | 5.3% | 34.8% | 67.9% |
| 46825 | 29,071 | $68,890 | $202,200 | $1,044 | 3.8% | 47.6% | 58.2% |
| 46835 | 37,589 | $75,595 | $194,200 | $1,101 | 2.3% | 48.2% | 73.5% |
| 46845 | 28,664 | $115,690 | $314,000 | $1,398 | 1.3% | 62.4% | 85.1% |