Is Fort Worth more expensive than Houston?

Fort Worth is 9.6% more expensive than Houston overall. Rent is 12.1% lower, groceries 11.8% more expensive, and restaurants 1.3% more expensive.

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

Houston has a purchasing power index of 176.5 while Fort Worth has 156.3 (NYC = 100). Houston offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇺🇸 Houston vs 🇺🇸 Fort Worth

2026

Fort Worth is 9.6% more expensive

Category	🇺🇸 Houston	🇺🇸 Fort Worth	Difference
Cost of Living	64.8	71.0	+9.6%
Rent	39.6	34.8	-12.1%
Groceries	67.7	75.7	+11.8%
Restaurants	70.6	71.5	+1.3%
Purchasing Power	176.5	156.3	-11.4%

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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