The western anchor of the DFW Metroplex, Fort Worth has seen rapid growth driven by aerospace, manufacturing, and buyers priced out of Dallas. Tarrant County carries one of the highest property tax rates in Texas, which significantly adds to monthly housing costs.
Recommended for incomes above $100k/yr (28% DTI rule)
Fort Worth housing market
The 2.26% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Fort Worth and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide Texas average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Fort Worth buyers. Many Fort Worth properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $100/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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