Is Fort Worth more expensive than Las Vegas?

Fort Worth is 0.4% more expensive than Las Vegas overall. Rent is 1.1% lower, groceries 8.6% more expensive, and restaurants 17.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Las Vegas or Fort Worth?

Las Vegas has a purchasing power index of 136.4 while Fort Worth has 156.3 (NYC = 100). Fort Worth offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇺🇸 Las Vegas vs 🇺🇸 Fort Worth

2026

Fort Worth is 0.4% more expensive

Category	🇺🇸 Las Vegas	🇺🇸 Fort Worth	Difference
Cost of Living	70.7	71.0	+0.4%
Rent	35.2	34.8	-1.1%
Groceries	69.7	75.7	+8.6%
Restaurants	86.4	71.5	-17.2%
Purchasing Power	136.4	156.3	+14.6%

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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