Cost of Living in Fort Worth, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
129.4
100 = national avg
+29.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,917
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$134,531
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing161.6
Food108.5
Transportation110.1
Healthcare106.8
Utilities117.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,473
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,723
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fort Worth is 129.4, which is 29.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 161.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,917 per year to cover basic expenses.