Welcome to Fort Worth, Texas
Nestled where the West begins, Fort Worth blends frontier heritage with modern opportunity. As the county seat of Tarrant County and a proud member of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, Fort Worth spans nearly 350 sq mi across five counties—Tarrant, Denton, Johnson, Parker, and Wise. With an estimated 1,008,156 residents in 2024, it ranks as the 11th-largest city in the United States and continues to grow among America’s fastest-expanding urban centers (Wikipedia).
A Storied Past and Enduring Spirit
Established in 1849 as a frontier army outpost overlooking the Trinity River, Fort Worth quickly earned its nickname “Cowtown” for the massive cattle drives that shaped early Texas commerce. Though those drives faded by the early 20th century, the city’s Western DNA endures in its Stockyards National Historic District, where twice-daily cattle drives, honky-tonk venues like Billy Bob’s Texas, and rustic architecture celebrate cowboy culture (Wikipedia).
Geography & Climate
Located in North Central Texas’s Cross Timbers region, Fort Worth occupies the boundary between lush forests and rolling prairies. The city covers 347 sq mi of land and 8 sq mi of water, including the Trinity River’s winding floodplain. Fort Worth’s humid subtropical climate delivers hot, muggy summers (average August high of 96 °F) and mild winters (average January low of 35 °F). Severe thunderstorms and occasional tornadoes remind residents of the region’s dynamic weather (Wikipedia).
Economic Engine & Business Climate
Today’s Fort Worth anchors a diverse regional economy. Historically rooted in ranching and meatpacking, the city now hosts leading corporations—American Airlines Group, BNSF Railway, and Lockheed Martin—alongside a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. Within the North Central Texas Council of Governments’s 16-county region, Fort Worth added more residents last year than any other city, fueling workforce growth and consumer demand (NCTCOG). Tarrant County’s seat boasts one of Texas’s lowest unemployment rates and an expanding tech and logistics sector, thanks to proximity to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (comptroller.texas.gov).
Culture, Arts & Attractions
Fort Worth earned the moniker “City of Cowboys and Culture” by pairing rodeos with world-class museums. The Amon Carter Museum (Philip Johnson), Kimbell Art Museum (Louis Kahn), and Modern Art Museum (Tadao Ando) showcase global masterpieces within architecturally significant settings. The Stockyards district pulses with live Western swing, steakhouse fare, and historic saloons. Annual events—from the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo to the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition—draw visitors across the globe.
Community & Quality of Life
As a core of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex’s 7.6 million-person market, Fort Worth balances big-city amenities with neighborhood charm. Its 43% renter-occupied housing rate and median household income of $58,000 reflect a diverse, growing population (Wikipedia). Parks and greenways—such as the new Tinsley Ranch Park acquisition—underscore a commitment to open space amid rapid development (Chron). From award-winning public schools to burgeoning healthcare hubs, Fort Worth invests in services that support families and businesses alike.
Why Fort Worth Matters to Your Business
Choosing Fort Worth means tapping into a region that champions collaboration. Tarrant County, third-most populous in Texas with over 2.1 million residents, offers streamlined permitting, enterprise-friendly incentives, and a resilient consumer base (Wikipedia). Our city’s strategic central location connects rail, air, and highway networks, making it ideal for logistics, manufacturing, and service-based enterprises. As part of the North Central Texas Council of Governments, Fort Worth benefits from regional planning initiatives aimed at infrastructure, workforce development, and environmental stewardship (Wikipedia).
Information Curated From:
- Wikipedia: “Fort Worth, Texas” (Wikipedia)
- North Central Texas Council of Governments regional report (NCTCOG)
- Texas Comptroller’s Metroplex region overview (comptroller.texas.gov)
- Tarrant County official census data (Wikipedia)