Affordable Alternatives to Fort Worth
Cities ranked by lifestyle match — walkability, job market, and cost of living — not just the cheapest price tag.
COL Index91100 = US avg
1BR Rent$1,400/mo
Walk Score28/100
State Income TaxNone
Best overall alternatives
Ranked by lifestyle match: savings potential, walkability, and economic opportunity — not just cheapest price.
Best Match
🐎 Tulsa
Oklahoma, OK
11% cheaper
vs. Fort Worth
COL 81
100 = US avg
1BR rent$1,050/mo
Monthly savings$350/mo
Walk score28/100
Median income$53K/yr
🏁 Fort Wayne
Indiana, IN
11% cheaper
vs. Fort Worth
COL 81
100 = US avg
1BR rent$1,000/mo
Monthly savings$400/mo
Walk score28/100
Median income$50K/yr
Moving to Tulsa saves you $350/mo. Put it to work while you plan.
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Fort Worth at a glance
91
COL index
100 = US avg
$1,400
1BR rent
per month
$310K
Home price
median
None
State tax
income
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COL data: Numbeo, Zillow, BLS · Walk scores: Walk Score® · Q1 2026 · For general guidance only