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Fort Worth, TX vs Houston, TX
Fort Worth, TX vs Houston, TX: What the data shows
Fort Worth, TX is in Fort Worth, TX while Houston, TX is in Houston, TX — both in the same state. On home prices, Houston, TX is the more affordable option at $180,000 median — $145,200 less than Fort Worth, TX's $325,200. WYLT rates Fort Worth, TX as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Houston, TX as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Fort Worth, TX has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Houston, TX has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Fort Worth, TX has Low flood risk and Houston, TX has High flood risk.
Fort Worth, TX is the more walkable neighborhood. Fort Worth, TX scores 37/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Houston, TX's 2/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Houston, TX has the higher school rating — Fort Worth, TX rates 6.8/10 and Houston, TX rates 7.1/10.
| Category | Fort Worth, TX | Houston, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Good for now |
| Median Price | $325K | $180K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $2K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $81K ✓ Higher income | $55K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 37/100 ✓ More walkable | 2/100 |
| Transit Score | 39/100 ✓ Better transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | 78/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 45 min | 11 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low ✓ Lower risk | High |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.8/10 | 7.1/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | budget buyersfirst‑time rentersbike commuters | Families with a carRemote workers with a carThose who value proximity to downtown Houston |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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