What does groceries cost in Fort Worth?

Basic groceries in Fort Worth cost: milk (1L) ($1), bread (500g) ($2), rice (1kg) ($4), eggs (12 pack) ($4), chicken breast (1kg) ($11), apples (1kg) ($5), bananas (1kg) ($2).

What does dining out cost in Fort Worth?

Dining out in Fort Worth: inexpensive meal ($15), mid-range restaurant meal ($66), local beer ($5), coffee ($7).

What does housing cost in Fort Worth?

Average monthly rent in Fort Worth: 1-bedroom apartment in city center ($1539), 1-bedroom apartment outside center ($1155), 3-bedroom apartment in city center ($2566), 3-bedroom apartment outside center ($2003).

What does transportation cost in Fort Worth?

Transportation costs in Fort Worth: taxi starting fare ($3.00), gasoline per liter ($0.81), public transport ticket ($3.25), monthly transport pass ($72.50).

What does utilities cost in Fort Worth?

Monthly utilities in Fort Worth: basic utilities for 85m² apartment ($244), mobile phone plan ($73), internet ($65).

What does entertainment cost in Fort Worth?

Entertainment costs in Fort Worth: gym membership ($38), movie ticket ($21), theater ticket ($325).

What does personal care cost in Fort Worth?

Personal care items in Fort Worth: deodorant ($3), shampoo ($6), toothpaste ($2), haircut ($21).

What does clothing cost in Fort Worth?

Clothing prices in Fort Worth: jeans ($54), dress ($48), sneakers ($93), leather shoes ($113).

What does healthcare cost in Fort Worth?

Healthcare costs in Fort Worth: cold medicine ($8), antibiotics ($29), doctor visit ($98).

What does education cost in Fort Worth?

Education costs in Fort Worth: preschool (monthly) ($1854), international school (monthly) ($23333).

What does other expenses cost in Fort Worth?

Costs in Fort Worth include: averageSalary ($4326), tablet ($416), tv ($277), microwave ($150), laundryDetergent ($11).

Explore Communities Profile FAQ Feedback & Bugs

Image by Michael Barera via wikidata

United States

Fort Worth City Guide

Texas

Explore Fort Worth City Guide

Fort Worth is Texas' second-largest city and part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Known for its Western roots, especially at the Stockyards with daily cattle drives and Billy Bob's Texas honky-tonk. It also has good museums, parks, and a lively food scene, making it a solid place to explore or work remotely.

Lifestyle🍽️

🍽️

Food Scene

Excellent

Rich local BBQ and Tex-Mex with growing international options. Late-night spots available mainly on weekends. Vegan and vegetarian choices exist but are more limited.

Local Dishes:

Barbecue, Tex-Mex, Chicken-fried steak

International Cuisine:

Mexican, Vietnamese, Indian, Korean

Vegan FriendlyVegetarian Friendly

🌙

Nightlife

Good

Nightlife centers around the Stockyards with live country music and bars. Other downtown spots offer a mix of music and drinks.

☕

Coffee Culture

Good

Plenty of independent coffee shops and chains keep the coffee culture lively.

💰

Tipping

Required

18%

Tipping is expected in restaurants, bars, and for taxis. Around 15-20% is typical.

Top Attractions

Stockyards National Historic District

Historic

Historic area with daily cattle drives and western-themed entertainment.

Kimbell Art Museum

Museum

World-class art museum with varied collections.

Fort Worth Zoo

Zoo

Large zoo with many animal exhibits.

SIM Cards

SIM cards are easy to buy at major carriers and retail stores, including Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile.

Available at:

• Verizon

• AT&T

• T-Mobile

• Walmart

• Best Buy

Recommended Apps

Uber(Transportation)

Lyft(Transportation)

DoorDash(Food Delivery)

Uber Eats(Food Delivery)

Grubhub(Food Delivery)

GoPass(Public Transit)

Google Maps(Navigation)

Waze(Navigation)

Visit Fort Worth(Local Guide)

ParkMobile(Parking)

Services & Infrastructure

Street Cleanliness

Good

The city is generally clean, especially in central and tourist areas.

24/7 Services

Good

Some 24/7 facilities exist, including gyms, convenience stores, and pharmacies, but not everywhere.

Groceries

Kroger

Tom Thumb

Central Market

Walmart Neighborhood Market

Brookshire Brothers

Fiesta Mart

Several big supermarkets and local farmers markets serve the city. You can find international products in specialty stores.

Cashless Payments

Widely accepted

Most places accept credit and debit cards. Cash is accepted but less often used for payments.

ATMs

ATMs are common at banks, grocery stores, and convenience stores. Using out-of-network ATMs may cost $2.50 to $5 per transaction plus your bank's fees.

Schools

International

The city offers several public and private schools, with some international options nearby. Most have English-speaking staff.

Available Schools:

• Fort Worth Independent School District

• International School of Texas

Work & Digital💻

Coworking Spaces

Available

Available Spaces:

Fort Work

Popular coworking space with good facilities.

WeWork

Well-known coworking provider with central locations.

The Foundry Coworking

Community-focused workspace.

Work-Friendly Cafés

Good

Avoca Coffee Roasters

Good Wi-Fi and plenty of outlets, relaxed vibe.

Black Coffee

Quiet spot with excellent coffee and Wi-Fi.

Alternatives:

Public workspace areas in libraries

Quiet and free but limited hours.

Digital Nomad Community

Good

A growing community connected through coworking spaces and events. The city is friendly to remote workers.

Nature & Activities🌿

Green Spaces

Good

Good parks and recreational areas throughout the city, including large public parks and trails.

Running

Good

Parks and trails offer good running routes.

Gyms

Available

Several gyms offer classes and equipment across the city.

Available Gyms:

• Planet Fitness

• LA Fitness

• Orangetheory Fitness

Tennis

Good

Public tennis courts in parks are available for use.

Padel

Poor

Padel courts are not common.

Yoga

Good

Yoga studios and classes are available throughout the city.

Martial Arts

Good

Martial arts schools offer styles like karate and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Skiing

Poor

No skiing available in or near the city.

Water Sports

Poor

Water sports are not common here.

Surfing

Poor

Not a surfing destination.

Diving

Poor

No diving opportunities nearby.

Health & Safety🏥

Healthcare

Excellent

Fort Worth has good hospitals with English-speaking staff and many pharmacies.

Hospitals:

• Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital

• Baylor All Saints Medical Center

• JPS Health Network

Pharmacies:

• CVS Pharmacy

• Walgreens

• Rite Aid

Tap Water Safety

Safe to drink

Tap water meets federal standards. Some concerns exist about arsenic, chloramines, and long-term chemicals, so a home filter might help.

Common Scams

Fake ride-sharing drivers, Overcharging taxis, Street distraction scams

Community & Family

Family Friendly

Good

Parks, museums, and the Stockyards offer kid-friendly activities.

LGBTQ+ Friendly

Good

An inclusive city with several LGBTQ-friendly bars and groups.

Pet Friendly

Good

Many parks allow pets and several pet services are available.

Communities

Dallas-Fort Worth Digital Nomads (Digital Nomads)

Fort Worth International Friendship Association (Expat)

Quick Facts

Population

918,915

Power Reliability

Good

7/10

The Texas grid has improved since past outages but can still be strained in extreme weather or peak demand, especially due to reliance on solar and wind energy.

Languages

English(64.9%)

Spanish(28.8%)

Vietnamese(1.6%)

Hindi(0.5%)

Korean(0.4%)

African languages(0.9%)

Emergency

911

Emergency Services

⚠️Natural Disasters Risk

🌊

Tsunami

Very Low Risk

🏔️

Earthquake

Very Low Risk

🌦️Seasonal Issues

Heat

June, July, August, September

Summers are hot and humid, which can be uncomfortable outdoors.

Severe storms

April, May, June

Spring can bring severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado warnings.

No reviews yet

Be the first to share your experience at this place