Is Fort Worth more expensive than Gent?

Fort Worth is 0.1% cheaper than Gent overall. Rent is 38.6% higher, groceries 10.5% more expensive, and restaurants 18.8% cheaper.

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

Gent has a purchasing power index of 128.9 while Fort Worth has 156.3 (NYC = 100). Fort Worth offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇧🇪 Gent vs 🇺🇸 Fort Worth

2026

Fort Worth is 0.1% cheaper

Category	🇧🇪 Gent	🇺🇸 Fort Worth	Difference
Cost of Living	71.1	71.0	-0.1%
Rent	25.1	34.8	+38.6%
Groceries	68.5	75.7	+10.5%
Restaurants	88.0	71.5	-18.8%
Purchasing Power	128.9	156.3	+21.3%

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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