salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,901
$1,775
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,560
💵 Families earn per year
$91,476
$85,748
🔑 Buying a house
$452,600
$303,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,765
$5,191
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$186
👥 People living there
487,887
963,194
Commute to work
22.7 min
27.1 min
College degree
42.7%
32%
Own their home
60.9%
57%
Below poverty line
9%
13.1%
Unemployment
5.6%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Colorado Springs for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Fort Worth for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Colorado Springs | Fort Worth | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $106,320 | $168,510 | +58% in Fort Worth |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,230 | $24,160 | -48% in Fort Worth |
| Market Research Analyst | $90,210 | $75,240 | -17% in Fort Worth |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,120 | $38,530 | -16% in Fort Worth |
| Cashier | $35,740 | $29,910 | -16% in Fort Worth |
| Carpenter | $57,430 | $48,740 | -15% in Fort Worth |
| Dental Hygienist | $118,410 | $101,870 | -14% in Fort Worth |
| Pharmacist | $154,050 | $138,170 | -10% in Fort Worth |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs or Fort Worth cheaper to live in?
Colorado Springs and Fort Worth cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Fort Worth to match $60,000 in Colorado Springs?
About $61,420 a year gives the same standard of living in Fort Worth.
Where do people earn more, Colorado Springs or Fort Worth?
The typical household earns $91,476 in Colorado Springs and $85,748 in Fort Worth, 7% more in Colorado Springs.
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