Moving to Fort Worth, TX

Last updated 2026-07-10 · MovePlan Editorial Team

Cowboys and culture. Cheaper than Dallas, slower paced, and surprisingly walkable.

• Population: 918,915
• Median 2BR rent: $1,700/mo
• Typical local mover cost: $950-$3,200
• Popular neighborhoods: Westside, Stockyards, Cultural District, TCU, Sundance Square

Fort Worth has more character than people expect. Stockyards-area moves require careful timing around events.

Climate: Hot summers, mild winters.

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