Fort Worth, TX Cost of Living


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Fort Worth cost of living score
101.5
More expensive
1.5% higher
than the US average
7.7% higher
than the Texas average
Fort Worth, Texas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 101.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 1.5% higher than the U.S. average and 7.7% higher than the average for Texas.

Fort Worth, TX

Housing costs in Fort Worth?
A typical home costs $306,700, which is 9.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 3.1% more expensive than the average Texas home, at $297,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Fort Worth costs $1,590 per month, which is 11.2% more than the national average of $1,430 and 19.5% more than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Fort Worth?
To live comfortably in Fort Worth, Texas, a minimum annual income of $58,680 for a family, and $54,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Fort Worth?
Fort Worth, Texas is an ideal place to live if you're looking for affordability without sacrificing quality or excitement. Finding an affordable apartment or house won't be difficult due to the abundance of housing options available here - from single-family homes to luxurious condos. Additionally, food and transportation expenses are much more reasonable compared with most other parts of the country - making Fort Worth a great choice for anyone wanting value out of their dollar.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesFort WorthTexasUnited States
  101.594.2100.0
  97.793.7100
  99.3100.0100.0
  86.583.5100.0
  $306,700$297,600$338,100
  100.5%99.2%100.0%
  113.9103.3100.0
  109.283.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 3 years ago

This city is one of the best in Texas! It has a small-town atmosphere with friendly people. It has a strong southern charm feel, and there are plenty things to do. The  More

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Over 3 years ago

I moved here from the Midwest in 2015. The best decision I could have made. Living in North Fort Worth, I couldn’t have for a better feel coming from a high crime rate  More

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Over 4 years ago

Fort Worth may have a reputation for being an overgrown cowboy town, but that's not an accurate representation. The city's art institutions are the finest in Texas and  More

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