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Fort Wayne's 268,589 residents — with median incomes of $60,000-$74,999 — are among the most active home improvement markets in the Midwest.
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Decks Cost & ROI · Fort Wayne
2025 Cost vs. Value · Fort Wayne market.
| Project | Cost | Resale | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deck Addition | Wood | $18,090 | $16,733 | 93% |
| Deck Addition | Composite | $23,918 | $21,143 | 88% |
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