Is Fort Worth more expensive than Dallas?

Fort Worth is 4.6% cheaper than Dallas overall. Rent is 19.6% lower, groceries 0.0% cheaper, and restaurants 6.9% cheaper.

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

Dallas has a purchasing power index of 147.6 while Fort Worth has 156.3 (NYC = 100). Fort Worth offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇺🇸 Dallas vs 🇺🇸 Fort Worth

2026

Fort Worth is 4.6% cheaper

Category	🇺🇸 Dallas	🇺🇸 Fort Worth	Difference
Cost of Living	74.4	71.0	-4.6%
Rent	43.3	34.8	-19.6%
Groceries	75.7	75.7	0.0%
Restaurants	76.8	71.5	-6.9%
Purchasing Power	147.6	156.3	+5.9%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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