Cost of Living in Fort Worth, TX
Population: 941,311 • 2026 Data
$76,602
Median Household Income
-1% vs national
$1,412
Median Monthly Rent
+5% vs national
$277,300
Median Home Value
-18% vs national
4.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Fort Worth
The median home value in Fort Worth, TX is $277,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,412, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,489.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Fort Worth, TX is $76,602. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9%, with a labor force of 492,691 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.