County · Indiana
Allen County, Indiana
Allen County, Indiana. Allen County had 402,329 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 4.4% since 2020, faster than Indiana (+2.8%). It holds 34 places (8 cities, villages and boroughs, 20 towns and townships and 6 census-designated) and 96 census tracts. GEOID 18003.
Allen County is one of the 3 counties of the Fort Wayne, IN metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
402,329
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 385,410 · ACS 2020-2024: 392,378
Median household income
$70,737
±$1,048 (90% margin)
Indiana: $71,957
Median home value
$214,900
±$2,752 (90% margin)
Indiana: $218,200
Median gross rent
$1,021
±$18 (90% margin)
Indiana: $1,062
How many people live in Allen County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 385,410 residents in Allen County. The Census Bureau estimates 402,329 for July 1, 2025, up 4.4% since 2020, faster than Indiana (+2.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 392,378 over 657 square miles of land.
| Measure | Allen County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 392,378 | 6,851,073 | +19,803 |
| Households | 156,570±692 | 2,716,009 | +11,505 |
| Average household size | 2.47±0.01 | 2.46 | −0.06 |
| Housing units | 166,285±118 | 2,976,568 | +8,169 |
Allen County's population since 2000
From 331,849 in 2000 to 402,329 in 2025: up 21.2%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Allen County?
Allen County holds 34 places: 8 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 20 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 6 census-designated places. The largest is Fort Wayne with 275,203 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Fort Wayne | 263,886 | $61,422 |
|---|---|---|
| Wayne Township, Allen County | 107,453 | $49,084 |
| St. Joseph Township | 76,266 | $72,566 |
| Aboite Township | 42,082 | $108,350 |
| Washington Township, Allen County | 38,434 | $67,489 |
| Perry Township, Allen County | 37,592 | $112,479 |
| Adams Township, Allen County | 34,192 | $60,041 |
| New Haven | 15,583 | $70,970 |
| Cedar Creek Township, Allen County | 13,684 | $112,286 |
| Huntertown | 9,141 | $109,432 |
| Springfield Township, Allen County | 4,541 | $85,287 |
| Lafayette Township, Allen County | 4,247 | $119,038 |
| Eel River Township, Allen County | 4,199 | $99,966 |
| Milan Township | 3,891 | $120,476 |
| Marion Township, Allen County | 3,838 | $68,000 |
| Leo-CedarvilleGEOID 1842861 | 3,624 | $116,375 |
| Pleasant Township, Allen County | 2,964 | $75,678 |
| Lake Township, Allen County | 2,789 | $86,818 |
| Maumee Township | 2,647 | $71,136 |
| Jefferson Township, Allen County | 2,037 | $75,167 |
| Monroe Township, Allen County | 1,960 | $65,536 |
| Madison Township, Allen County | 1,659 | $84,167 |
| Harlan | 1,577 | $75,313 |
| Woodburn | 1,551 | $65,938 |
| Monroeville | 1,294 | $56,302 |
| Grabill | 1,112 | $66,563 |
| HoaglandGEOID 1834096 | 824 | $61,563 |
| Jackson Township, Allen CountyGEOID 1800336738 | 523 | $150,147 |
| Scipio Township, Allen CountyGEOID 1800368292 | 412 | $69,375 |
| Lake EverettGEOID 1841130 | – | $80,903 |
| Hessen CasselGEOID 1833214 | – | $75,878 |
| ArcolaGEOID 1801990 | – | $71,528 |
| Zanesville | 580 | $67,212 |
| MaplesGEOID 1846566 | – | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Allen County?
The median resident of Allen County is 36.2 years old; 25.4% are under 18 and 15.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 69.8%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 10.5%. 7.8% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Allen County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36.2±0.2 | 38.1 | +0.3 |
| Under 18 years | 25.4%±0.1 pts | 23.3% | – |
| 65 years and over | 15.6%±0.1 pts | 16.8% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 9.0% | 8.6% | +1.5 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 69.8%±0.2 pts | 75.4% | −4.0 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 10.5%±0.3 pts | 9.1% | −0.8 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 5.3%±0.1 pts | 2.6% | +1.5 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 4.8%±0.4 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 7.8%±0.4 pts | 6.3% | +1.1 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 12.4%±0.5 pts | 10.3% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.1%±0.3 pts | 6.3% | – |
| With a disability | 12.6%±0.5 pts | 14.2% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 8.3%±0.6 pts | 7.4% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 90.3%±0.5 pts | 90.4% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 31.6%±0.8 pts | 29.5% | +3.1 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 10.5%±0.5 pts | 10.8% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.1%±0.3 pts | 2.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Allen County earn?
Half of Allen County's 156,570 households earn less than $70,737 a year (±$1,048), against $71,957 in Indiana. In 2015-2019 the median was $67,512 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $3,225 after inflation. 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Allen County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $70,737±$1,048 | $71,957 | +$3,225 |
| Mean household income | $93,579±$1,671 | $95,247 | – |
| Per capita income | $37,766±$699 | $38,351 | +$1,879 |
| People below the poverty line | 12.5%±0.7 pts | 12.3% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 17.5%±1.5 pts | 16.0% | −2.1 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 9.1%±0.6 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 91.1%±0.6 pts | 89.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Allen County?
Owners occupy 68.9% of Allen County's occupied homes and renters 31.1%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $214,900 by its owner (±$2,752). The median renter pays $1,021 a month including utilities, and 37.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Allen County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $214,900±$2,752 | $218,200 | +$55,771 |
| Median gross rent | $1,021±$18 | $1,062 | +$70 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 37.5%±2.0 pts | 38.9% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,346±$16 | $1,404 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 68.9%±0.8 pts | 70.6% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 166,285±118 | 2,976,568 | +8,169 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.6%±0.2 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 5.0%±1.0 pts | 5.6% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 73.3%±0.7 pts | 72.6% | – |
| Mobile homes | 2.8%±0.2 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.1%±0.2 pts | 1.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 13.0%±0.6 pts | 16.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Allen County building?
Builders took permits for 1,388 new housing units across Allen County in 2025 (1,300 single-family), 3.4 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Allen County get to work?
77.6% of Allen County's workers drive alone and 9.2% work from home. The average trip to work takes 21.9 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.7%.
| Measure | Allen County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 66.3%±0.7 pts | 63.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.7%±0.5 pts | 4.3% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 77.6%±0.9 pts | 76.3% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.9%±0.7 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.7%±0.2 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Walked | 1.3%±0.2 pts | 1.9% | – |
| Worked from home | 9.2%±0.7 pts | 10.7% | +5.0 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 21.9 min±0.4 | 24.1 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Allen County's census tracts?
Allen County is divided into 96 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $24,888 (Tract 35) to $154,388 (Tract 103.05).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Allen County compare with Indiana's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 3rd of 92 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 9th of 92 |
| Residents per square mile | 6th of 92 |
| Median household income | 38th of 92 |
| Median home value | 29th of 92 |
| Median gross rent | 19th of 92 |
| Poverty rate | 39th of 92 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 13th of 92 |
| Median age | 84th of 92 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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