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Fort Worth, TX vs San Antonio, TX
Fort Worth, TX vs San Antonio, TX: What the data shows
Fort Worth, TX is in Fort Worth, TX while San Antonio, TX is in San Antonio, TX — both in the same state. On home prices, Fort Worth, TX is the more affordable option at $325,200 median — $275,200 less than San Antonio, TX's $600,400. WYLT rates Fort Worth, TX as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and San Antonio, TX as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Fort Worth, TX has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. San Antonio, TX has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Fort Worth, TX has Low flood risk and San Antonio, TX has Low flood risk.
San Antonio, TX is the more walkable neighborhood. Fort Worth, TX scores 37/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus San Antonio, TX's 50/100 (somewhat walkable). For families weighing school quality, San Antonio, TX has the higher school rating — Fort Worth, TX rates 6.8/10 and San Antonio, TX rates 6.9/10.
| Category | Fort Worth, TX | San Antonio, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Think twice |
| Median Price | $325K ✓ Lower price | $600K |
| Median Rent | $2K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $81K ✓ Higher income | $37K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 37/100 | 50/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 39/100 ✓ Better transit | 10/100 |
| Bike Score | 78/100 ✓ More bikeable | 76/100 |
| Commute | 45 min | N/A |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.8/10 | 6.9/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | budget buyersfirst‑time rentersbike commuters | young professionalsbike commuterspet owners |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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