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Moving to Fort Worth, TX

Population 918,915 · DFW Airport · Central Time

Everything you need to know about housing, neighborhoods, and the local lifestyle before you pack your boxes.

Median Home
$290,000
Rent (1BR)
$1,200/mo
Cost of Living
95 / 100
Unemployment
3.5%
Sunny Days
229/yr
Walkability
Car-Dependent

What It's Really Like in Fort Worth

Dallas's western neighbor with authentic cowboy culture, the Fort Worth Stockyards, and a world-class arts district. More affordable and laid-back than Dallas with genuine Texas character.

Neighborhood Guide

Where to live in Fort Worth based on your lifestyle and budget.

Near Southside

trendy

Fort Worth's emerging arts district with Magnolia Avenue dining and craft breweries. The city's most walkable creative neighborhood.

Avg Rent
$1,300
Home Price
$350,000
Walkability
Medium

Southlake

upscale

Affluent suburb between Dallas and Fort Worth with top-rated schools and Southlake Town Square. One of the best school districts in Texas.

Avg Rent
$1,800
Home Price
$700,000
Walkability
Low

Fairmount

artsy

Historic neighborhood with charming Craftsman homes and proximity to the Cultural District museums.

Avg Rent
$1,200
Home Price
$320,000
Walkability
Medium

Keller

family-friendly

Northeast suburb with excellent schools and Bear Creek Park. Family-oriented with growing dining and shopping options.

Avg Rent
$1,400
Home Price
$420,000
Walkability
Low

Cost of Living Breakdown

Compared to the national average (100). Below 100 = cheaper, above 100 = more expensive.

Groceries
94
6% below avg
Housing
82
18% below avg
Transportation
96
4% below avg
Healthcare
95
5% below avg
Utilities
100
At average

Best Neighborhoods By Situation

Best for Families

  • Keller — $1,400/mo rent

Best for Young Professionals

  • Near Southside — $1,300/mo rent

Most Affordable

  • Fairmount — $1,200/mo rent
  • Near Southside — $1,300/mo rent

Getting Around Fort Worth

Walkability: Car-Dependent

Fort Worth is primarily car-dependent. You'll need a vehicle for most daily activities including commuting, shopping, and entertainment.

Airport: DFW

Fort Worth is served by DFW airport, connecting you to major domestic and international destinations. This is important if you travel frequently for work or want to visit family back home.

Jobs & Economy

Median Income
$61,330
Unemployment Rate
3.5%
State Income Tax
0%
Cost of Living Index
95

Top Industries

Defense/AerospaceTransportationHealthcareAviationManufacturing

Major Employers

Lockheed MartinAmerican AirlinesBNSF RailwayTexas Health ResourcesBell Flight

Popular Routes to Fort Worth

People are moving to Fort Worth from these cities.

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Moving from Fort Worth to Other States

Route guides from Fort Worth, TX to every US state.

Fort Worth → CaliforniaFort Worth → FloridaFort Worth → New YorkFort Worth → PennsylvaniaFort Worth → IllinoisFort Worth → OhioFort Worth → GeorgiaFort Worth → North CarolinaFort Worth → MichiganFort Worth → New JerseyFort Worth → VirginiaFort Worth → WashingtonFort Worth → ArizonaFort Worth → MassachusettsFort Worth → TennesseeFort Worth → IndianaFort Worth → MarylandFort Worth → MissouriFort Worth → WisconsinFort Worth → ColoradoFort Worth → MinnesotaFort Worth → South CarolinaFort Worth → AlabamaFort Worth → LouisianaFort Worth → KentuckyFort Worth → OregonFort Worth → OklahomaFort Worth → ConnecticutFort Worth → UtahFort Worth → IowaFort Worth → NevadaFort Worth → ArkansasFort Worth → MississippiFort Worth → KansasFort Worth → New MexicoFort Worth → NebraskaFort Worth → IdahoFort Worth → West VirginiaFort Worth → HawaiiFort Worth → New HampshireFort Worth → MaineFort Worth → Rhode IslandFort Worth → MontanaFort Worth → DelawareFort Worth → South DakotaFort Worth → North DakotaFort Worth → AlaskaFort Worth → District of ColumbiaFort Worth → VermontFort Worth → Wyoming

Moving from Fort Worth to Metro Areas

Route guides from Fort Worth to major metropolitan areas.

Fort Worth → New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJFort Worth → Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CAFort Worth → Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-INFort Worth → San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CAFort Worth → Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TXFort Worth → Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVFort Worth → Trenton-Princeton, NJFort Worth → Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CTFort Worth → Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MDFort Worth → Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FLFort Worth → Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZFort Worth → Vallejo, CAFort Worth → Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TXFort Worth → Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WAFort Worth → Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MDFort Worth → Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WAFort Worth → Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NHFort Worth → Denver-Aurora-Centennial, COFort Worth → Kenosha, WIFort Worth → Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI

Moving from Fort Worth to Major Cities

Route guides from Fort Worth to the largest US cities.

Fort Worth → New York, NYFort Worth → Los Angeles, CAFort Worth → Chicago, ILFort Worth → Houston, TXFort Worth → Phoenix, AZFort Worth → Philadelphia, PAFort Worth → San Antonio, TXFort Worth → San Diego, CAFort Worth → Dallas, TXFort Worth → Austin, TXFort Worth → San Jose, CAFort Worth → Jacksonville, FLFort Worth → Columbus, OHFort Worth → Charlotte, NCFort Worth → Indianapolis, INFort Worth → San Francisco, CAFort Worth → Seattle, WAFort Worth → Denver, COFort Worth → Nashville, TNFort Worth → Oklahoma City, OKFort Worth → Washington, DCFort Worth → El Paso, TXFort Worth → Boston, MAFort Worth → Portland, ORFort Worth → Las Vegas, NVFort Worth → Memphis, TNFort Worth → Louisville, KYFort Worth → Baltimore, MDFort Worth → Milwaukee, WIFort Worth → Albuquerque, NM

Your Fort Worth Newcomer Checklist

A 30-60-90 day plan to get settled in your new city.

30

First 30 Days

  • Update your driver's license & vehicle registration
  • Register to vote at your new address
  • Set up utilities (electric, water, internet)
  • Find a primary care doctor & dentist
  • Open a local bank account if needed
  • Explore your neighborhood on foot
60

Days 30–60

  • Join a local gym, club, or meetup group
  • Try restaurants in different neighborhoods
  • Find your go-to grocery store & pharmacy
  • Learn the best commute routes & shortcuts
  • Attend a local event or festival
  • Meet your neighbors — introduce yourself
90

Days 60–90

  • Establish a weekend routine (parks, brunch spots)
  • Build a professional network in your industry
  • Find a favorite coffee shop to work from
  • Explore day-trip destinations nearby
  • Start feeling like a local — give directions!
  • Invite friends & family to visit your new home

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