City vs city
Valparaiso, IN vs Fort Wayne, IN
| Valparaiso | Fort Wayne | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 34,377 | 266,235 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Median home value | $250,500 | $169,700 |
| Median rent | $1,142 | $959 |
| Household income | $67,664 | $60,293 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% | 5.5% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 25% | 19% |
| State crime /100k | 1,553 | 1,553 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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