salaryFort Worth is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Fort Worth to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,775
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,560
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$85,748
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$303,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$5,191
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$186
👥 People living there
236,254
963,194
Commute to work
26.2 min
27.1 min
College degree
77.1%
32%
Own their home
41.3%
57%
Below poverty line
7.4%
13.1%
Unemployment
3.3%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Fort Worth for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Fort Worth | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $24,160 | -48% in Fort Worth |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $111,010 | -29% in Fort Worth |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $59,010 | -22% in Fort Worth |
| Carpenter | $60,800 | $48,740 | -20% in Fort Worth |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $82,620 | -19% in Fort Worth |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $65,070 | -18% in Fort Worth |
| HVAC Technician | $71,920 | $59,560 | -17% in Fort Worth |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,730 | $38,530 | -16% in Fort Worth |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Fort Worth cheaper to live in?
Fort Worth is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,775 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Fort Worth to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $56,807 a year gives the same standard of living in Fort Worth.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Fort Worth?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $85,748 in Fort Worth, 79% more in Arlington.