Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Fort Wayne

Affordability

In Fort Wayne, the median monthly rent is $999 and the median household income is $61,422 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024). About 38% of residents rent their homes, reflecting a sizable renter community in the city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Fort Wayne Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 309 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

Getting Around Fort Wayne

According to Walk Score, the areas around Fort Wayne's assisted properties average a Walk Score of 46 (Car-Dependent), a Transit Score of 45 (Some Transit), and a Bike Score of 43. Most errands will require a car, though some bus service is available.

Schools

Fort Wayne is served by 76 public schools across 7 districts, including 48 elementary, 15 middle, and 13 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Fort Wayne

The median household income in Fort Wayne is $61,422 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. The median gross rent in the city is $999 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data.

Affordable and income-based housing in Fort Wayne spans 21 properties and 2,009 units, offering rent levels tied to income limits rather than the open market -- which can mean meaningful savings for eligible renters.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 21 HUD-assisted properties in Fort Wayne have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a low level of flood exposure across the city's affordable housing inventory.