Fort Worth, TX
FORT WORTH, TEXAS: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 12.28.20)
AGE IN FORT WORTH, TEXAS
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 61,055 | 7.1% |
| 25 to 29 years | 68,921 | 8.1% |
| 30 to 34 years | 69,663 | 8.1% |
| 35 to 39 years | 62,520 | 7.3% |
| 40 to 44 years | 57,106 | 6.7% |
| 45 to 49 years | 56,365 | 6.6% |
| 50 to 54 years | 49,684 | 5.8% |
| 55 to 59 years | 45,922 | 5.4% |
| 60 to 64 years | 39,177 | 4.6% |
| 65 to 69 years | 29,740 | 3.5% |
| 70 to 74 years | 19,808 | 2.3% |
| 75 to 79 years | 13,051 | 1.5% |
| 80 to 84 years | 9,323 | 1.1% |
| 85+ years | 10,036 | 1.2% |
The median age in Fort Worth is 32.5 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN FORT WORTH, TEXAS
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 548,241 | 64.1% |
| Black or African American | 162,436 | 19.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 4,034 | 0.5% |
| Asian | 35,684 | 4.2% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 699 | 0.1% |
| Other | 76,112 | 8.9% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN FORT WORTH, TEXAS
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 48,387 | 9.1% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 48,758 | 9.2% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 133,160 | 25.1% |
| Some college, no degree | 112,398 | 21.2% |
| Associate’s degree | 36,641 | 6.9% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 102,244 | 19.2% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 49,728 | 9.4% |
| High school graduate or higher | 434,171 | 81.7% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 151,972 | 28.6% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 379,344 | 71.4% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN FORT WORTH, TEXAS
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 6.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 6.1% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.1% |
Median household income: $59,255
Mean household income: $79,480
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN FORT WORTH, TEXAS
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $24,621 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $30,920 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $39,091 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $56,246 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $70,028 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN FORT WORTH, TEXAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 679,668 | NA |
| Never married | 232,673 | 34.2% |
| Now married (except separated) | 320,753 | 47.2% |
| Separated | 16,774 | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 30,419 | 4.5% |
| Divorced | 79,049 | 11.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN FORT WORTH, TEXAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 134,722 | 16.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN FORT WORTH, TEXAS
| Owner-occupied housing units | 166,758 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 124,981 |
| Single-family detached units | 213,964 |
| Homeownership rate | 57.2% |
| Vacancy rate | 8.7% |
| Renters rate | 80.8% |
| Average housing value | $194,960 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $1,106 |
| Average rent | $921 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN FORT WORTH, TEXAS
| Average income | $79,480 |
| Average household size | 2.88 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 67.1% |
| Percent disabled | 10.4% |
| Percent with health coverage | 81.5% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 27.2 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 0.8% |
| Percent veterans | 7.0% |
| Percent foreign born | 16.8% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 11.6% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN FORT WORTH, TEXAS
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $70,797.94 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $542.65 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $327.75 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $92.94 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $45.04 |
| Apparel & services | $2,103.32 |
| Men’s apparel | $405.04 |
| Women’s apparel | $677.63 |
| Children’s apparel | $347.74 |
| Boys’ apparel | $115.44 |
| Girls’ apparel | $131.28 |
| Footwear | $481.10 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,610.57 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $369.85 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $1,142.59 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,660.27 |
| Education | $1,405.18 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $3,034.46 |
| Club membership fees | $212.67 |
| Dating services | $0.71 |
| Pet food | $237.84 |
| Pet services | $63.09 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,966.57 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $649.95 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $502.20 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $971.50 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $1,106.99 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $487.28 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,735.92 |
| Health care | $5,477.60 |
| Medical services | $1,037.33 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $134.67 |
| Household Services | $1,938.20 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $58.68 |
| Lawn and garden services | $407.72 |
| Housekeeping services | $170.53 |
| PC repair | $6.36 |
| Housing | $22,138.65 |
| Home improvements | $2,399.38 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,690.14 |
| Phone services | $1,714.67 |
| Water | $736.60 |
| Life and other insurance | $394.84 |
| Pensions and social security | $7,630.13 |
| Personal care products and services | $867.13 |
| Hair care products | $104.16 |
| Personal care products | $369.05 |
| Local transportation | $8,328.93 |
| Gasoline | $2,201.32 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $1,106.78 |
| Travel | $2,045.78 |
| Airline fares | $502.19 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $24.32 |
| Lodging on trips | $546.88 |
| Food and drink on trips | $496.40 |
| Entertainment on trips | $176.90 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN TARRANT COUNTY (home to FORT WORTH, TEXAS)
| % with any debt in collections | 46% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,582 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 31% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $798 |
| % with student loan debt | 16% |
| Average student loan debt | $18,573 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $178 |
| % with auto debt | 33% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN FORT WORTH, TEXAS
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 17,459 | 4.0% |
| February 2019 | 15,339 | 3.5% |
| March 2019 | 15,330 | 3.5% |
| April 2019 | 12,679 | 2.9% |
| May 2019 | 13,140 | 3.0% |
| June 2019 | 16,011 | 3.7% |
| July 2019 | 16,717 | 3.8% |
| August 2019 | 15,747 | 3.6% |
| September 2019 | 14,529 | 3.3% |
| October 2019 | 14,588 | 3.3% |
| November 2019 | 14,226 | 3.2% |
| December 2019 | 13,530 | 3.0% |
| January 2020 | 15,410 | 3.5% |
| February 2020 | 14,889 | 3.3% |
| March 2020 | 21,999 | 5.0% |
| April 2020 | 55,065 | 13.5% |
| May 2020 | 55,804 | 13.1% |
| June 2020 | 38,664 | 8.9% |
| July 2020 | 36,414 | 8.3% |
| August 2020 | 31,696 | 7.1% |
| September 2020 | 36,271 | 8.1% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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