Fort Wayne vs Lafayette
| Fort Wayne | Lafayette | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 264,514 | 70,828 |
| Median Household Income | $61,422 | $53,716 |
| Median Home Value | $188,900 | $172,800 |
| Median Gross Rent | $999/mo | $1,079/mo |
| Homeownership Rate | 61.9% | 46.7% |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | 3.6% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 29.0% | 27.9% |
| Median Age | 35.0 | 33.0 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ACS 2020-2024.