About Fort Wayne, Indiana

Fort Wayne is the second-largest city in the state of Indiana, and the hub of Northeast Indiana. We are located in Allen County, the largest county in Indiana. Historically inhabited by the Miami (Myaamia) tribe and other indigenous peoples, the first European settlers were French traders and explorers. Followed by the British in the late eighteenth century. The settlement of Fort Wayne was founded in 1794. The official flag of Fort Wayne pays tribute to its early heritage with symbols representing indigenous peoples, French and British with a fort in the center. Explore more about the area's history here. 

With more than 9.2 million annual visitors from all over the Midwest, the Great Lakes, and beyond, Fort Wayne is not just a stop along the journey, but a destination. Families love to come for attractions, things to do, and festivals. Friends come for sports, food & drink, and live music. Couples can enjoy romantic date nights and performing arts, and history buffs love our genealogy center, Veteran's Memorial, and more than 100 historic sites. See more Trip Ideas here. 

Fort Wayne makes up 16% of Allen County and the rest of the county is comprised of smaller towns, unincorporated suburban area, parks and nature preserves. 65% of Allen County is agricultural land. The Fort Wayne Metropolitan Statistical area is comprised of Allen, Wells and Whitley counties.

The 2020 U.S. Census places the population of the three-county Fort Wayne Metropolitan Statistical Area above 430,000. Fort Wayne is home to 270,402 of Allen County’s 382,187 residents, making two thirds of the county’s resident’s city dwellers.