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Fort Wayne, Indiana is an appealing destination for anyone looking for a lively and vibrant city. It has been ranked as one of the top cities in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and BestPlaces. The city boasts a strong economy, a variety of cultural attractions, and quality educational institutions that have attracted newcomers from across the country. According to U.S. News & World Report's rankings, Fort Wayne ranks tenth in the nation for overall quality of life due to its reasonable cost of living, family-friendly amenities, and plenty of job opportunities. Additionally, BestPlaces ranks Fort Wayne among its Best Places to Live list due to its excellent schools and an affordable lifestyle that is perfect for those seeking a more laidback atmosphere with easy access to larger metropolitan areas like Chicago and Indianapolis. Overall, Fort Wayne offers residents an ideal combination of small-town charm and big-city amenities that make it one of the best places to live in America today.

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#30 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
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#102 2005 Best Places to Live
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#295 Best Green Cities
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Over 1 years ago

Fort Wayne is what America used to be. Hardworking, unpretentious, welcoming. There are problems, like anywhere, including crime on the east side, but nothing like  More

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Over 5 years ago

Moved here from Buffalo, NY. Ft Wayne is a big city with lots of greenery and things to do. It is not congested and cost of living is cheap. One complain-drivers with  More

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I lived in Fort Wayne from 1962 until 1988 then moved north. Fort Wayne was a nice city at one time. It's sad to say, but today, it's become to highly populated with  More

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