The Bronx, a bustling borough of New York City, and Fort Worth, a city in North Central Texas, offer diverse experiences for both residents and tourists. They differ strikingly in culture, cost of living, economy, and climate. The Bronx is known for its high energy, diverse culture, and robust infrastructure, while Fort Worth is praised for its warm weather, lower cost of living, and strong Texan heritage.
While both areas have their crime, the Bronx tends to have a higher crime rate compared to the national average. This may partially be due because it's part of NYC, a denser and larger city. Conversely, Fort Worth, despite being one of the largest cities in Texas, has a lower crime rate relative to Bronx, with efforts being put to secure neighborhoods.
Cost of Living
Generally, the cost of living in the Bronx is significantly higher than in Fort Worth. This is due to multiple factors such as higher housing costs, taxes, and the overall high cost of essentials. Fort Worth offers a more affordable living, particularly for housing, food, and general expenses.
Income Tax
In terms of income tax, New York State has a progressive income tax system, while Texas, including Fort Worth, has no state income tax.
Property Tax
Property taxes are higher in Texas and, by extension, Fort Worth compared to New York. This can make owning property more expensive in Fort Worth despite the lower home prices.
Sales Tax
NYC, including the Bronx, has a higher combined state and city sales tax rate than Fort Worth. Fort Worth, while having a relatively high state sales tax, has no additional city sales tax.
Income
Type
Bronx
Fort Worth
Estimated median household income
$43,011
$68,235
Estimated per capita income
$23,354
$34,106
Cost of living index (U.S. average is 100)
172.8
95.4
If you make $50,000 in Fort Worth, you will have to make $90,566 in Bronx to maintain the same standard of living.
Geographical Conditions
The Bronx, on the mainland, is entirely within the US mainland, with seaside and urban landscapes. Fort Worth is located on a prairie, featuring a landscape dotted with cattle ranches, with multiple rivers running through the area.
Geographical information
Type
Bronx
Fort Worth
Land area
42 sq. miles
292.5 sq. miles
Population density
32,928 people per sq. mile
3,197.9 people per sq. mile
Elevation
120 feet
612 feet
Relative area comparison
Bronx, NY Fort Worth, TX
Education
Both areas have access to quality education. The Bronx is part of the New York City Department of Education, the largest school district in the U.S., and home to multiple renowned universities. Fort Worth also boasts excellent schools within the Fort Worth Independent School District and higher education institutions like Texas Christian University.
The economy of both areas is robust but diverse. The Bronx's economy is driven largely by sectors like health care, education, and retail, while Fort Worth is anchored in industries such as aerospace, technology, and logistics. Both cities offer opportunities for career growth and entrepreneurship.
Biggest Employers
In the Bronx, some of the biggest employers include Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx Lebanon Hospital, and Fordham University. In Fort Worth, some of the biggest employers are American Airlines, Lockheed Martin, and Texas Health Resources.
In Bronx (Bronx County), 91.9% voted for Democrats and 8.1% for Republicans in 2012 Presidential Election. In Fort Worth (Tarrant County), 41.4% voted for Democrats and 57.1% for Republicans.
Elections
Type
Democrats
Republicans
Other
Year
Bronx
Fort Worth
Bronx
Fort Worth
Bronx
Fort Worth
2020
83.7%
49.3%
16.0%
49.1%
0.3%
1.6%
2016
88.6%
43.2%
9.5%
51.8%
2.0%
5.0%
2012
91.9%
41.4%
8.1%
57.1%
0.0%
1.4%
2008
89.0%
43.8%
11.0%
55.5%
0.0%
0.7%
2004
82.9%
37.0%
16.5%
62.5%
0.6%
0.5%
2000
86.5%
36.9%
11.8%
60.9%
1.7%
2.3%
1996
85.8%
41.6%
10.5%
50.9%
3.7%
7.5%
Breakdown of population affiliated with a religious congregation
Type
Adherents
Congregations
Religion
Bronx
Fort Worth
Bronx
Fort Worth
CATHOLIC CHURCH
25.5%
11.1%
11.5%
1.9%
MUSLIM ESTIMATE
2.8%
2.2%
3.9%
0.9%
AMERICAN BAPTIST CHURCHES IN THE USA
0.7%
0.0%
4.4%
0.1%
SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH
0.7%
0.4%
6.5%
1.6%
EPISCOPAL CHURCH
0.4%
0.3%
3.7%
0.8%
SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION
0.2%
17.3%
2.4%
33.3%
LUTHERAN CHURCH
0.1%
0.5%
0.6%
0.9%
Weather
Weather differs drastically. The Bronx experiences a humid subtropical climate with all four seasons, including hot summers and cold, snowy winters. Fort Worth, on the other hand, has a humid subtropical climate with scorching summers and mild winters. The city experiences more sunshine and less snow, making it attractive for those who prefer warmer climates.
Weather and climate
Type
Bronx
Fort Worth
Temperature - Average
54.7°F
65°F
Humidity - Average morning or afternoon humidity
67.2%
71.4%
Humidity - Differences between morning and afternoon humidity
26.4%
34.1%
Humidity - Maximum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
75.6%
82.1%
Humidity - Minimum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
49.2%
48%
Precipitation - Yearly average
47 in
35 in
Snowfall - Yearly average
54.5 in
4.2 in
Clouds - Number of days clear of clouds
16.5%
22.8%
Sunshine amount - Average
60.2%
66.6%
Sunshine amount - Differences during a year
20%
20%
Sunshine amount - Maximum monthly
64%
74%
Sunshine amount - Minimum monthly
44%
54%
Wind speed - Average
10.7 mph
10.3 mph
Average climate in Bronx, New York
Average climate in Fort Worth, Texas
Air pollution
Type
AQI
CO
NO2
OZONE
PB
PM10
PM25
SO2
Year
Bronx
Fort Worth
Bronx
Fort Worth
Bronx
Fort Worth
Bronx
Fort Worth
Bronx
Bronx
Bronx
Fort Worth
Bronx
Fort Worth
2018
102
67
0.31
N/A
15.8
5.8
24.4
27.1
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
7.4
N/A
0.6
N/A
2017
100
67
0.04
N/A
15.7
6.2
24.6
27.2
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
7.0
N/A
0.6
N/A
2016
98
56
0.30
N/A
16.4
6.3
24.6
25.5
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
7.2
N/A
0.8
N/A
2015
105
61
0.28
N/A
18.0
6.5
23.6
24.8
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
8.6
N/A
1.4
N/A
2014
99
56
0.32
0.22
18.0
6.8
23.6
26.6
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
8.4
N/A
1.7
N/A
2013
103
64
0.39
0.25
18.9
6.4
23.5
26.5
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
9.3
N/A
2.1
N/A
2012
104
87
0.44
0.26
18.8
7.8
23.9
30.3
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
9.7
N/A
3.1
N/A
2011
113
79
0.46
0.23
20.9
7.9
22.1
30.7
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
11.6
N/A
4.5
N/A
2010
113
70
0.53
0.23
20.2
8.5
23.7
27.7
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
10.8
N/A
4.7
N/A
2009
107
81
0.53
0.25
22.3
8.7
19.5
29.5
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
10.8
N/A
5.4
N/A
2008
114
69
0.53
0.25
23.3
9.6
19.9
25.8
0.013
N/A
N/A
N/A
12.1
N/A
5.9
N/A
2007
122
75
0.60
0.30
24.6
10.6
19.1
24.6
0.016
N/A
N/A
N/A
13.2
N/A
7.0
N/A
2006
120
90
0.50
0.34
25.0
10.2
18.9
29.7
0.018
N/A
N/A
N/A
12.8
N/A
7.0
N/A
2005
115
102
0.60
0.34
27.0
10.9
17.8
28.4
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
11.3
9.3
0.9
2004
109
78
0.62
0.39
25.6
10.6
16.7
25.4
0.030
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
8.8
N/A
2003
110
82
0.75
0.40
27.4
11.1
17.1
27.2
0.022
N/A
26.9
N/A
N/A
N/A
8.9
N/A
2002
124
94
0.67
0.37
27.9
11.8
17.4
25.8
0.008
N/A
25.0
N/A
N/A
N/A
8.6
N/A
2001
126
16
0.66
0.48
30.0
N/A
17.8
N/A
0.020
N/A
22.8
N/A
N/A
N/A
10.0
N/A
2000
115
17
0.68
0.55
29.4
N/A
16.0
N/A
0.022
N/A
22.2
N/A
N/A
N/A
10.2
N/A
Natural disasters
Type
Bronx
Fort Worth
Tornado activity compared to U.S. average
58.3%
249.6%
Earthquake activity compared to U.S. average
31%
562.8%
Natural disasters compared to U.S. average
14%
23%
Transportation
The Bronx, being part of NYC, offers an extensive public transportation system including subways and buses. It also has heavy traffic and limited parking. Fort Worth's transportation system includes buses and trains, but the city is more car-centric and there's easy parking compared to the Bronx.
Transport
Type
Bronx
Fort Worth
Amtrak stations
0
1
Amtrak stations nearby
3
1
FAA registered aircraft
39
2
FAA registered aircraft manufacturers and dealers
0
19
Means of transportation to work
Type
Bronx
Fort Worth
Bicycle
0.2%
0.1%
Bus
15.6%
0.4%
Carpooled
9.3%
11%
Car alone
27%
85.8%
Motorcycle
0%
0.1%
Railroad
2%
0%
Streetcar
0.2%
0%
Subway
34.6%
0%
Taxicab
1.3%
0.1%
Walked
7.2%
1.3%
Average travel time to work
Type
Bronx
Fort Worth
Average
44.2 min
28.5 min
Real Estate
Real estate prices in the Bronx are generally higher than in Fort Worth given its location in NYC. Fort Worth, on the other hand, offers more affordable housing options, and Texas as a state is known for its broad and diverse real estate market.
Neighborhoods
The Bronx is home to vibrant neighborhoods, each with its own distinctive character. Fort Worth is similar, with neighborhoods ranging from bustling downtown areas to quieter, suburban communities. Each offers unique flavors and cultural experiences.
Houses and residents
Type
Bronx
Fort Worth
Houses
490,659
361,341
Average household size (people)
2.8
2.8
Houses occupied
463,212 (94.4%)
334,286 (92.5%)
Houses occupied by owners
90,522 (19.5%)
185,197 (55.4%)
Houses occupied by renters
372,690 (80.5%)
149,089 (44.6%)
Median rent asked for vacant for-rent units
$1,273
$1,068
Median price asked for vacant for-sale houses and condos
$708,992
$288,576
Estimated median house or condo value
$465,000
$249,000
Median number of rooms in apartments
3.7
4.2
Median number of rooms in houses and condos
5.1
6.3
Renting percentage
80.7%
40.8%
Housing density (houses/condos per square mile)
11,675
1,235.2
Household income disparities
50.2%
43.6%
Housing units without a mortgage
12,021 (34%)
2,986 (2.4%)
Housing units with both a second mortgage and home equity loan
105 (0.3%)
3,696 (3%)
Housing units with a mortgage
23,339 (66%)
121,099 (97.6%)
Housing units with a home equity loan
2,053 (5.8%)
66 (0.1%)
Housing units with a second mortgage
2,159 (6.1%)
5,171 (4.2%)
Housing units lacking complete kitchen facilities
1.4%
1.8%
Housing units lacking complete plumbing facilities
Self-employed workers in own not incorporated business
16,572
27,257
State government workers
14,515
8,587
Unpaid family workers
1,000
392
Industries and Occupations
Top industries in the Bronx include health care, retail, and education services. In contrast, Fort Worth is home to oil and gas, technology, defense, and logistics industries. Both cities feature a range of occupations, though the types of jobs reflect their primary industries.
Health care services in both cities are commendable. The Bronx is home to top-rated hospitals while Fort Worth is known for its thriving healthcare industry with renowned facilities like Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital.
Health (county statistics)
Type
Bronx
Fort Worth
General health status score of residents in this county from 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent)
The Bronx offers well-developed infrastructure, with ample public transportation, accessibility to airports, and significant road networks. Fort Worth similarly offers good infrastructure with convenient freeways and an expanding public transit system.
Infrastructure
Type
Bronx
Fort Worth
Hospitals
57
76
TV stations
30
25
Bank branches located here
118
175
Bank institutions located here
24
42
Main business address for public companies
2
24
Drinking water stations with no reported violations in the past
1
3
Drinking water stations with reported violations in the past
4
19
Schools
School facilities
Type
Bronx
Fort Worth
Private elementary/middle schools
54
22
Private high schools
20
14
Public elementary/middle schools
285
170
Public high schools
155
52
Colleges/Universities
9
13
Culture and Food
Both cities boast rich cultural and food scenes. The Bronx, with its broad spectrum of ethnicities, offers diverse culinary experiences, including famed Italian eateries in Arthur Avenue. Fort Worth reflects its Texan heritage in its food and culture, with barbecue and Mexican cuisines being prevalent.
Sports Teams
The Bronx is home to the world-renowned New York Yankees. Fort Worth, while not housing any major league teams within its limits, is within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex that hosts the Dallas Cowboys (NFL), Texas Rangers (MLB), and Dallas Mavericks (NBA).
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