Is Fort Worth more expensive than Austin?

Fort Worth is 3.5% cheaper than Austin overall. Rent is 15.3% lower, groceries 13.0% more expensive, and restaurants 12.3% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Austin or Fort Worth?

Austin has a purchasing power index of 167.7 while Fort Worth has 153.1 (NYC = 100). Austin offers better purchasing power.

Austin vs Fort Worth: Fort Worth is 3.5% cheaper, rent 15% lower (2026)

Category	🇺🇸 Austin	🇺🇸 Fort Worth	Difference
Cost of Living	56.4	54.4	-3.5%
Rent	43.1	36.5	-15.3%
Groceries	72.1	81.5	+13.0%
Restaurants	82.0	71.9	-12.3%
Purchasing Power	167.7	153.1	-8.7%

Data from October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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