Fort Worth, Texas
Fort Worth: The twelfth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. It is located in western Texas. Fort Worth is known for its stockyards and its rodeo.
About
Fort Worth is a city located in the county of Tarrant in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 741,206 and a population density of 815 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 927,720 inhabitants.
The city was created 175 years ago in 1848.
Fort Worth is a major city located in north Texas, adjacent to Dallas. As of July 29, 2023, Fort Worth has an estimated population of 918,915. Here are some key facts about the city:
History
Fort Worth began as an Army outpost in 1849. It later became a major commercial center for the cattle industry and oil boom in the late 1800s.
Location & Geography
Fort Worth sits along the Trinity River in the northern Texas prairie lands. The Fort Worth Stockyards preserve the city's cowboy heritage.
Economy
Major companies headquartered in Fort Worth include American Airlines, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics and Pier 1 Imports. It is a business hub with oil, healthcare and financial services.
Culture & Entertainment
Popular attractions include the Kimbell Art Museum, the Water Gardens, Sundance Square and the Cowtown Coliseum rodeo. The city has an energetic live music scene.
Population
Fort Worth has a diverse population including significant numbers of Hispanic/Latino and African American residents. The city continues to grow rapidly.
In summary, Fort Worth combines cowboy culture with a modern economy and urban amenities. It provides a more relaxed environment compared to neighboring Dallas.
Quick Facts about Fort Worth
| Population : | 927,720 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| County : | Tarrant County |
| Twitter username : | cityoffortworth, VisitFortWorth |
| Postal code : | 76126–76127, 76191–76193, 76155, 76180–76182, 76185, 76244, 76101–76124, 76166, 76179, 76150, 76129–76137, 76147–76148, 76140, 76177, 76161–76164, 76195–76199 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 817, 682 |
| Area : | 909.61 km2 |
| Official name : | Fort Worth |
| Named for : | William J. Worth |
| Altitude : | 709 feet / 216 meters |
| Capital city : | Fort Worth is capital of Tarrant County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1849 (175 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 22:45:39 (24th November 2024) |
| Density : | 1,020 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 20.1% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Fort Worth is located at 32°43'31"N 97°19'15"W (32.7254100, -97.3208500). It has 4 neighbors: Forest Hill, Haltom City, Keller and River Oaks.
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Official website of Fort Worth
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Fort Worth has 4 neighbours.
- Forest Hill suburb of Fort Worth in Tarrant County, Texas, United States
- Haltom City A city in Tarrant County, Texas. It is located in the Dallas–Fort Worth metropolitan area. Haltom City is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Haltom City Historical Society and the Haltom City Civic Center.
- Keller A city in Tarrant County, Texas. It is located in the Dallas–Fort Worth metropolitan area. Keller is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Keller Historical Society and the Keller Municipal Center.
- River Oaks City in Dallas County, Texas, United States
Demographics
The population of Fort Worth increased by 20.1% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 741,206 | - | census |
| 2011 | 764,142 | 3% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 781,046 | 2.16% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 796,073 | 1.89% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 815,057 | 2.33% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 835,356 | 2.43% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 856,177 | 2.43% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 874,809 | 2.13% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 893,216 | 2.06% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 909,585 | 1.8% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 927,720 | 1.95% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Fort Worth
1 Fort Worth Stockyards
131 E Exchange Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76164, United States ➦ Show Map
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Other Places in Fort Worth
1 Fort Worth City Hall
200 Texas St, Fort Worth, TX 76102 ➦ Show Map
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2 Sansom Park City Hall
5705 Azle Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76114 ➦ Show Map
☎ +18176263791 🔗 Url
3 Blue Mound City Hall
301 S Blue Mound Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76131 ➦ Show Map
☎ +18172320663 🔗 Url
4 Westover Hills Town Hall
5824 Merrymount Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76107 ➦ Show Map
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5 Fort Worth City Office
401 Martin Luther King Jr Fwy, Fort Worth, TX 76104 ➦ Show Map
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6 City Municipal Building
1000 Throckmorton St, Fort Worth, TX 76102 ➦ Show Map
☎ +18173922222 🔗 Url
7 City of Fort Worth
4200 South Fwy #17, Fort Worth, TX 76115 ➦ Show Map
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People born in Fort Worth (200)
People born in Fort Worth, including John Lennon's killer Mark David Chapman, film and television actor Larry Hagman, actor, director and film producer Bill Paxton, .
List
- Chris Cason (American actor) he was born in 04/11/1974
- Jesse Jane (American movie actress) she was born in 16/07/1980
- Ornette Coleman (American jazz saxophonist, violinist, trumpeter, and composer) he was born in 09/03/1930
- Robert Bruce Merrifield (American biochemist) he was born in 15/07/1921
- Shelley Duvall (American actress) she was born in 07/07/1949
- Hunter Tylo (American actress) she was born in 03/07/1962
- Tom Schieffer (American politician) he was born in 04/10/1947
- Harriet Sansom Harris (American actress) she was born in 08/01/1955
- Patricia Highsmith (American novelist and short story writer) she was born in 19/01/1921
- Martha Hyer (actress (1924-2014)) she was born in 10/08/1924
- Jeana Yeager (American aviator) she was born in 18/05/1952
- Adrienne Ames (American actress) she was born in 03/08/1907
- John Cassaday (artist) he was born in 14/12/1971
- Kimberly Matula (American actress) she was born in 23/08/1988
- Julius Hemphill (American saxophonist) he was born in 24/01/1938
- Andrew Shapter (American filmmaker) he was born in 30/12/1966
- Taylor Hawkins (American musician, rock drummer) he was born in 17/02/1972
- Thomas Herrion (American football player (1981-2005)) he was born in 15/12/1981
Schools in Fort Worth
College & universities near Fort Worth, TX
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 228547 | Tarrant County College District | Fort Worth (TX) | 76102-6524 |
| 229160 | Texas Wesleyan University | Fort Worth (TX) | 76105-1536 |
| 228875 | Texas Christian University | Fort Worth (TX) | 76129 |
| 450304 | Brite Divinity School | Fort Worth (TX) | 76129 |
| 228909 | University of North Texas Health Science Center | Fort Worth (TX) | 76107-2699 |
Stations (6)
Amtrak & bus stations near Fort Worth, TX
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTW | Fort Worth Central Station | 1001 Jones Street | RAIL |
| CBR | Cleburne | 206 North Border St. | RAIL |
| DAL | Union Station | 400 South Houston St. | RAIL |
| DAG | Dallas, TX | 205 South Lamar Street | BUS |
| MSQ | Mesquite, TX | 1331 Highway 80 East \r\n1331 Highway 80 East \r\n | BUS |
Post offices near Fort Worth
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Fort Worth Post Office | Fort Worth (TX) | 76102 |
| Central Fort Worth Post Office | Fort Worth (TX) | 76102 |
| Eighth Avenu Post Office | Fort Worth (TX) | 76110 |
| Arlington Heigh Post Office | Fort Worth (TX) | 76107 |
| Riversid Post Office | Fort Worth (TX) | 76111 |
Other cities in Tarrant County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Tarrant County , TX. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Arlington | 398,864 | The third most populous city in Texas and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. |
| Mansfield | 73,094 | The most populous city in Wise County, Texas. |
| North Richland Hills | 71,949 | The third most populous city in Tarrant County, Texas. |
| Euless | 57,332 | The most populous city in Tarrant County, Texas. |
| Grapevine | 55,780 | A city in Tarrant County, Texas. |
| Bedford | 48,352 | The most populous city in Tarrant County, Texas. |
| Keller | 46,939 | A city in Tarrant County, Texas. |
| Haltom City | 43,874 | A city in Tarrant County, Texas. |
| Hurst | 38,172 | City in Tarrant County, Texas, United States |
| Southlake | 32,280 | City in Tarrant County, Texas, United States |
| Colleyville | 27,085 | City in Tarrant County, Texas, United States |
| Saginaw | 24,860 | City in Texas |
| Watauga | 24,188 | City in Tarrant County, Texas, United States |
| Benbrook | 23,312 | City in Tarrant County, Texas, United States |
| White Settlement | 17,776 | City in Texas |
| Crowley | 17,593 | City in Tarrant County, Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Fort Worth distances to largest Texas cities
