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Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth · Tarrant County · TX 76104
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$163K
Median Price
69/100
Walk Score
7.7/10
Schools
43 min
to Downtown Dallas
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
77/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B-Commute
70/100
C+Walkability
69/100
WYLT Score69/100
Our Take
Fort Worth offers low housing costs and a decent school system, but its walkability, public transit, and overall safety profile are less than ideal. If you’re comfortable with a car commute and higher crime risk, it could work, otherwise look elsewhere.
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The Good
- ✓Very affordable housing (median $123,900)
- ✓Good school ratings (average 7/10)
- ✓Low flood risk (X zone)
- ✓Proximity to Dallas for job opportunities
Real Talk
- !High traffic and limited public transit; commuting 43 minutes to downtown Dallas
- !Crime concerns in some neighborhoods; no concrete stats but local reports suggest moderate violent and property crime
- !Low walkability score means you’ll need a car for most errands
- !Limited green space and outdoor recreation options
- $Higher property taxes than national average
- $Possible homeowner association fees in some developments
- $Higher insurance premiums due to crime risk
Best For
budget-conscious familiesfirst-time home buyersremote workers who don’t mind commutingpeople looking for a lower cost of living near Dallas
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Fort Worth, TX
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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