Investor-grade market analytics for Fort Wayne, Indiana. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$260,238
+3.4% year-over-year
5.9%
gross annual
+3.3%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+3.3% year-over-year
30/100
LowNet migration: Bottom 21% nationally
In-migrants avg $57,216 AGI vs out-migrants $60,321
Opportunity Zone Market
10 ZIP codes in Fort Wayne are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more →
Fort Wayne, IN shows steady growth at 3.4% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 3.75x, below the national average of 4.8x. Climate risk remains low (30/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 5.91% is moderate, offering acceptable cash flow for leveraged investments.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Fort Wayne, IN's primary climate exposure is wind storms (60/100). The composite climate risk score of 30/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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