Is Fort Worth more expensive than Houston?

Fort Worth is 13.1% more expensive than Houston overall. Rent is 6.1% lower, groceries 20.3% more expensive, and restaurants 7.4% cheaper.

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

Houston has a purchasing power index of 160.0 while Fort Worth has 150.9 (NYC = 100). Houston offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇺🇸 Houston vs 🇺🇸 Fort Worth

2026

Fort Worth is 13.1% more expensive

Category	🇺🇸 Houston	🇺🇸 Fort Worth	Difference
Cost of Living	64.9	73.4	+13.1%
Rent	39.5	37.1	-6.1%
Groceries	71.3	85.8	+20.3%
Restaurants	70.5	65.3	-7.4%
Purchasing Power	160.0	150.9	-5.7%

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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