Fort Wayne, IN
FORT WAYNE, INDIANA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 11.30.20)
AGE IN FORT WAYNE, INDIANA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 19,500 | 7.4% |
| 25 to 29 years | 22,935 | 8.7% |
| 30 to 34 years | 18,610 | 7.0% |
| 35 to 39 years | 16,565 | 6.3% |
| 40 to 44 years | 15,605 | 5.9% |
| 45 to 49 years | 14,220 | 5.4% |
| 50 to 54 years | 14,699 | 5.6% |
| 55 to 59 years | 17,190 | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years | 14,531 | 5.5% |
| 65 to 69 years | 12,530 | 4.7% |
| 70 to 74 years | 9,503 | 3.6% |
| 75 to 79 years | 6,081 | 2.3% |
| 80 to 84 years | 4,191 | 1.6% |
| 85+ years | 4,131 | 1.6% |
The median age in Fort Wayne is 34.1 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN FORT WAYNE, INDIANA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 185,587 | 70.3% |
| Black or African American | 41,659 | 15.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 574 | 0.2% |
| Asian | 13,661 | 5.2% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 432 | 0.2% |
| Other | 8,873 | 3.4% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN FORT WAYNE, INDIANA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 8,358 | 4.9% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 12,539 | 7.3% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 48,181 | 28.2% |
| Some college, no degree | 36,057 | 21.1% |
| Associate’s degree | 18,095 | 10.6% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 30,804 | 18.0% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 16,757 | 9.8% |
| High school graduate or higher | 149,894 | 87.8% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 47,561 | 27.8% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 123,230 | 72.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN FORT WAYNE, INDIANA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 6.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 11.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 17.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 10.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3.5% |
| $200,000 or more | 2.5% |
Median household income: $48,658
Mean household income: $65,241
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN FORT WAYNE, INDIANA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $25,251 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $26,751 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $31,646 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $46,088 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $57,401 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN FORT WAYNE, INDIANA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 207,869 | NA |
| Never married | 73,284 | 35.3% |
| Now married (except separated) | 93,735 | 45.1% |
| Separated | 2,534 | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 12,442 | 6.0% |
| Divorced | 25,874 | 12.4% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN FORT WAYNE, INDIANA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 40,823 | 15.8% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN FORT WAYNE, INDIANA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 64,850 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 40,324 |
| Single-family detached units | 80,753 |
| Homeownership rate | 61.7% |
| Vacancy rate | 9.8% |
| Renters rate | 38.3% |
| Average housing value | $129,325 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with/ mortgage) | $689 |
| Average rent | $622 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN FORT WAYNE, INDIANA
| Average income | $63,932 |
| Average household size | 2.47 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 66.4% |
| Percent disabled | 13.5% |
| Percent with health coverage | 90.0% |
| Average travel time to work | 20.9 minutes |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 0.9% |
| Percent veterans | 7.1% |
| Percent foreign born | 7.9% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 2.2% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN FORT WAYNE, INDIANA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $56,426.56 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $423.43 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $250.46 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $77.06 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $35.51 |
| Apparel & services | $1,620.57 |
| Men’s apparel | $309.65 |
| Women’s apparel | $539.78 |
| Children’s apparel | $252.83 |
| Boys’ apparel | $87.69 |
| Girls’ apparel | $95.52 |
| Footwear | $367.80 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $2,788.99 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $280.66 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $867.39 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,290.43 |
| Education | $1,147.30 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,457.87 |
| Club membership fees | $164.34 |
| Dating services | $0.63 |
| Pet food | $203.44 |
| Pet services | $47.16 |
| Food consumed at home | $3,974.83 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $523.51 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $409.71 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $764.01 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $876.08 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $396.20 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,401.51 |
| Health care | $4,623.11 |
| Medical services | $843.61 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $112.71 |
| Household Services | $1,535.32 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $59.73 |
| Lawn and garden services | $339.71 |
| Housekeeping services | $120.79 |
| PC repair | $5.09 |
| Housing | $17,539.08 |
| Home improvements | $1,911.33 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $3,829.78 |
| Phone services | $1,372.51 |
| Water | $553.65 |
| Life and other insurance | $350.30 |
| Pensions and social security | $5,953.86 |
| Personal care products and services | $679.50 |
| Hair care products | $82.88 |
| Personal care products | $287.51 |
| Local transportation | $6,658.18 |
| Gasoline | $1,729.35 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $898.95 |
| Travel | $1,601.79 |
| Airline fares | $377.33 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $19.09 |
| Lodging on trips | $441.71 |
| Food and drink on trips | $388.14 |
| Entertainment on trips | $139.56 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN ALLEN COUNTY (home to FORT WAYNE, INDIANA)
| % with any debt in collections | 30% |
| Average debt in collections | $2,058 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 17% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $871 |
| % with student loan debt | 24% |
| Average student loan debt | $19,072 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $173 |
| % with auto debt | 34% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN FORT WAYNE, INDIANA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 5,145 | 4.0% |
| February 2019 | 4,761 | 3.7% |
| March 2019 | 4,414 | 3.4% |
| April 2019 | 3,350 | 2.6% |
| May 2019 | 3,750 | 2.9% |
| June 2019 | 4,321 | 3.3% |
| July 2019 | 4,634 | 3.5% |
| August 2019 | 4,270 | 3.3% |
| September 2019 | 3,627 | 2.8% |
| October 2019 | 4,662 | 3.5% |
| November 2019 | 4,345 | 3.3% |
| December 2019 | 3,876 | 3.0% |
| January 2020 | 4,629 | 3.6% |
| February 2020 | 4,580 | 3.5% |
| March 2020 | 4,039 | 3.2% |
| April 2020 | 26,605 | 20.6% |
| May 2020 | 19,909 | 14.9% |
| June 2020 | 17,490 | 12.9% |
| July 2020 | 12,473 | 9.6% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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