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Our Region By the Numbers
Middle of Millions
Over one million residents live within a 50-mile radius of Northeast Indiana.
Growing Metro
Fort Wayne, the state’s second-largest city, is the second fastest-growing metro in the Great Lakes region.
Investing in Our Future
$1 billion in capital investment in downtown Fort Wayne over the last decade.
Talent Made Better
Over 200,000 graduates from Tier 1 and Tier 2 universities live within 200 miles of Northeast Indiana, including more than 40,000 students and 8,500 graduates annually from our ten local colleges and universities.
Hub of the Midwest
Northeast Indiana allows access to more than 80% of the U.S. and 20% of the Canadian population within a 24-hour drive.
Life at a Higher Standard
Northeast Indiana offers a high-value quality of life that costs 44% less than the national average and residential property tax is capped at just 1%.
A Stable, Diversified Economy
Northeast Indiana combines advanced materials, cutting-edge technologies and a hardworking midwest work ethic to create an environment where companies thrive.
Defense & Aerospace
Distribution & E-Commerce
Food & Agriculture
Medical Device
Specialty
Great Universities - Great Talent
Within 200 miles, we have over 200,000 graduates from major universities such as Purdue, Notre Dame, and Michigan.
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Workforce Development
Northeast Indiana Works, the region’s workforce development organization, provided access to more than $10 million for employer-based worker training in 2020 and 2021.
Trade + Credentials
Northeast Indiana educational entities offer industry-recognized certificates and paid apprenticeships for high school students in manufacturing, construction, logistics and other trades.
Right-to-Work
Indiana was the first right-to-work state in the Great Lakes region of the U.S.