Relocating or just visiting, both Fort Worth, Texas, and Northeast Cobb, Georgia offer unique opportunities and varying environments. Fort Worth is a bustling city within the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, while Northeast Cobb is a more suburban area residing right outside Atlanta. Each location has its own cultural aspects, job prospects, and cost of living differences, which we will delve into.
Fort Worth has a higher crime rate compared to Northeast Cobb. The latter has a safer neighborhood with lower property and violent crime rates. Tourists, in general, should exercise typical safety precautions in heavily populated areas, and residents can feel more secure in Northeast Cobb.
Cost of Living
Living in Fort Worth is generally more affordable than Northeast Cobb. From housing to groceries and healthcare, Fort Worth provides lower cost opportunities. However, the average income in Northeast Cobb is higher, offsetting the elevated cost.
Income Tax
Residents of Fort Worth enjoy no state income tax, while those living in Northeast Cobb are subject to Georgia’s income tax, which ranges from 1% to 5.75%.
Property Tax
Property taxes are also different. Northeast Cobb residents usually pay higher property taxes than Fort Worth residents, reflecting the disparity in property values.
Sales Tax
Texas does not impose state income tax, but a sales tax of 8.25% in Fort Worth applies. In contrast, Georgia levies a state sales tax of 4%, but Northeast Cobb adds a county sales tax making the total rate 6%.
Income
Type
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
Estimated median household income
$68,235
$124,910
Estimated per capita income
$34,106
$58,954
Cost of living index (U.S. average is 100)
95.4
108.8
If you make $50,000 in Fort Worth, you will have to make $57,023 in Northeast Cobb to maintain the same standard of living.
Geographical Conditions
Fort Worth is largely flat with prairies, while Northeast Cobb features hilly terrain, lush with nature and close to lakes and rivers.
Geographical information
Type
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
Land area
292.5 sq. miles
67.4 sq. miles
Population density
3,197.9 people per sq. mile
2,519.5 people per sq. mile
Relative area comparison
Fort Worth, TX Northeast Cobb, GA
Education
Quality education is available in both regions, but they each have their strengths. Fort Worth boasts several highly rated universities like Texas Christian University, while Northeast Cobb, part of Cobb County School District, is acclaimed for its top-tier K-12 schools.
Both places offer various job opportunities, but they focus on different industries. Fort Worth relies on industries like aerospace, healthcare, and oil, while Northeast Cobb has a robust retail, healthcare, and professional services sector.
Biggest Employers
Major employers in Fort Worth include Lockheed Martin, American Airlines, and Bell Helicopter, showcasing the city’s focus on aviation. On the other hand, The Home Depot, Cobb County School District, and WellStar Health System are the biggest employers in Northeast Cobb.
In Fort Worth (Tarrant County), 41.4% voted for Democrats and 57.1% for Republicans in 2012 Presidential Election. In Northeast Cobb (Cobb County), 43.0% voted for Democrats and 55.4% for Republicans.
Elections
Type
Democrats
Republicans
Other
Year
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
2020
49.3%
56.3%
49.1%
42.0%
1.6%
1.6%
2016
43.2%
48.0%
51.8%
45.8%
5.0%
6.3%
2012
41.4%
43.0%
57.1%
55.4%
1.4%
1.6%
2008
43.8%
44.8%
55.5%
54.2%
0.7%
0.9%
2004
37.0%
37.2%
62.5%
62.1%
0.5%
0.7%
2000
36.9%
36.9%
60.9%
59.8%
2.3%
3.3%
1996
41.6%
36.8%
50.9%
56.9%
7.5%
6.3%
Breakdown of population affiliated with a religious congregation
Type
Adherents
Congregations
Religion
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION
17.3%
15.3%
33.3%
27.6%
CATHOLIC CHURCH
11.1%
11.2%
1.9%
1.6%
MUSLIM ESTIMATE
2.2%
0.6%
0.9%
1.3%
LUTHERAN CHURCH
0.5%
0.1%
0.9%
0.4%
SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH
0.4%
0.4%
1.6%
2.5%
EPISCOPAL CHURCH
0.3%
0.9%
0.8%
1.8%
EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA
0.3%
0.5%
0.9%
1.3%
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN AMERICA
0.1%
0.3%
0.4%
2.0%
Weather
Fort Worth's overall climate is relatively warm, with hot summers and relatively mild winters. On the contrary, Northeast Cobb experiences a greater variety in its seasons due to subtropical climatic conditions, with hot, wet summers and cool to mild winters.
Weather and climate
Type
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
Temperature - Average
65°F
59.5°F
Humidity - Average morning or afternoon humidity
71.4%
74%
Humidity - Differences between morning and afternoon humidity
34.1%
38.2%
Humidity - Maximum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
82.1%
87.2%
Humidity - Minimum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
48%
49%
Precipitation - Yearly average
35 in
54.4 in
Snowfall - Yearly average
4.2 in
4.1 in
Clouds - Number of days clear of clouds
22.8%
18.4%
Sunshine amount - Average
66.6%
65.5%
Sunshine amount - Differences during a year
20%
17%
Sunshine amount - Maximum monthly
74%
66.9%
Sunshine amount - Minimum monthly
54%
49.9%
Wind speed - Average
10.3 mph
8.8 mph
Average climate in Fort Worth, Texas
Average climate in Northeast Cobb, Georgia
Air pollution
Type
AQI
CO
NO2
OZONE
PB
PM10
PM25
SO2
Year
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
Northeast Cobb
Northeast Cobb
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
2018
67
84
N/A
0.27
5.8
N/A
27.1
24.0
N/A
N/A
17.5
N/A
N/A
10.0
N/A
0.5
2017
67
85
N/A
0.31
6.2
N/A
27.2
23.6
N/A
N/A
17.5
N/A
N/A
9.6
N/A
0.8
2016
56
105
N/A
0.31
6.3
N/A
25.5
26.2
N/A
N/A
17.2
N/A
N/A
10.4
N/A
0.7
2015
61
91
N/A
0.31
6.5
N/A
24.8
23.2
N/A
N/A
17.6
N/A
N/A
9.9
N/A
0.7
2014
56
87
0.22
0.31
6.8
N/A
26.6
23.2
N/A
N/A
18.4
N/A
N/A
9.8
N/A
0.8
2013
64
87
0.25
0.30
6.4
N/A
26.5
23.8
N/A
N/A
18.0
N/A
N/A
9.4
N/A
0.7
2012
87
109
0.26
0.33
7.8
N/A
30.3
25.7
N/A
N/A
19.8
N/A
N/A
10.8
N/A
0.8
2011
79
98
0.23
0.33
7.9
N/A
30.7
26.9
N/A
N/A
21.1
N/A
N/A
12.4
N/A
1.4
2010
70
102
0.23
0.35
8.5
N/A
27.7
26.0
N/A
N/A
18.5
N/A
N/A
12.3
N/A
1.8
2009
81
96
0.25
N/A
8.7
N/A
29.5
24.5
N/A
N/A
18.5
N/A
N/A
11.9
N/A
1.7
2008
69
99
0.25
0.53
9.6
15.3
25.8
30.2
0.003
N/A
22.5
N/A
N/A
14.3
N/A
2.5
2007
75
123
0.30
0.45
10.6
17.0
24.6
32.6
0.003
N/A
29.4
N/A
N/A
16.9
N/A
2.7
2006
90
124
0.34
0.58
10.2
15.5
29.7
32.4
0.003
N/A
22.9
N/A
N/A
16.9
N/A
3.4
2005
102
117
0.34
0.55
10.9
16.0
28.4
28.9
0.005
N/A
25.5
N/A
11.3
15.0
0.9
3.2
2004
78
118
0.39
0.54
10.6
16.2
25.4
26.9
0.004
N/A
22.9
N/A
N/A
14.3
N/A
2.8
2003
82
109
0.40
0.56
11.1
16.3
27.2
25.8
0.004
N/A
22.2
N/A
N/A
15.2
N/A
3.0
2002
94
121
0.37
0.60
11.8
17.7
25.8
28.6
N/A
N/A
23.2
N/A
N/A
13.1
N/A
3.0
2001
16
115
0.48
0.69
N/A
20.3
N/A
28.2
N/A
N/A
27.0
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
3.1
2000
17
129
0.55
0.50
N/A
20.2
N/A
30.3
N/A
N/A
28.4
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
3.2
Natural disasters
Type
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
Tornado activity compared to U.S. average
249.6%
164.6%
Earthquake activity compared to U.S. average
562.8%
161.9%
Natural disasters compared to U.S. average
23%
14%
Transportation
Public transportation is more available and robust in Fort Worth with its Trinity Metro. Although Northeast Cobb lacks comprehensive public transport; its location provides easy access to Atlanta via highway for commuting purposes.
Transport
Type
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
Amtrak stations
1
0
Amtrak stations nearby
1
1
FAA registered aircraft
2
0
FAA registered aircraft manufacturers and dealers
19
0
Means of transportation to work
Type
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
Bicycle
0.1%
0.1%
Bus
0.4%
0.4%
Carpooled
11%
8%
Car alone
85.8%
83.1%
Motorcycle
0.1%
0.1%
Subway
0%
0.2%
Taxicab
0.1%
0.1%
Walked
1.3%
0.8%
Average travel time to work
Type
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
Average
28.5 min
29.9 min
Real Estate
Fort Worth offers more real estate options due to its size. However, property values tend to be higher in Northeast Cobb because of its proximity to Atlanta and perceived desirability.
Neighborhoods
Fort Worth boasts culturally diverse neighborhoods like Sundance Square, while Northeast Cobb has affluent residential communities such as Indian Hills.
Houses and residents
Type
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
Houses
361,341
55,687
Average household size (people)
2.8
2.7
Houses occupied
334,286 (92.5%)
53,995 (97%)
Houses occupied by owners
185,197 (55.4%)
44,004 (81.5%)
Houses occupied by renters
149,089 (44.6%)
9,991 (18.5%)
Median rent asked for vacant for-rent units
$1,068
$1,359
Median price asked for vacant for-sale houses and condos
$288,576
$288,766
Estimated median house or condo value
$249,000
$434,285
Median number of rooms in apartments
4.2
4.2
Median number of rooms in houses and condos
6.3
8.7
Renting percentage
40.8%
20.2%
Housing density (houses/condos per square mile)
1,235.2
826.5
Household income disparities
43.6%
33.9%
Housing units without a mortgage
2,986 (2.4%)
5,031 (12.1%)
Housing units with both a second mortgage and home equity loan
3,696 (3%)
162 (0.4%)
Housing units with a mortgage
121,099 (97.6%)
36,398 (87.9%)
Housing units with a home equity loan
66 (0.1%)
6,379 (15.4%)
Housing units with a second mortgage
5,171 (4.2%)
4,164 (10.1%)
Housing units lacking complete kitchen facilities
1.8%
0.2%
Housing units lacking complete plumbing facilities
Self-employed workers in own not incorporated business
27,257
5,127
State government workers
8,587
1,584
Unpaid family workers
392
233
Industries and Occupations
Fort Worth teems with jobs in the energy, aerospace, and healthcare industries while Northeast Cobb primarily functions in the retail, IT, and professional services sectors.
Fort Worth has numerous reputable hospitals, like the Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital. Northeast Cobb is close to some of Georgia's top healthcare facilities in nearby Atlanta like the WellStar Kennestone Hospital.
Health (county statistics)
Type
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
General health status score of residents in this county from 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent)
Fort Worth's infrastructure supports a burgeoning city with primary commercial facilities, whereas Northeast Cobb has infrastructure suitable for a suburban town with numerous community centers and parks.
Infrastructure
Type
Fort Worth
Northeast Cobb
TV stations
25
24
Culture and Food
Fort Worth showcases Texan culture with cowboy history, while Northeast Cobb offers Southern hospitality. Both areas offer diverse food scenes, with Fort Worth famous for Tex-Mex and BBQ, and Northeast Cobb offering southern cuisine.
Sports Teams
Fort Worth residents enjoy the nearby Dallas sports teams, including the Dallas Cowboys NFL team. Residents of Northeast Cobb support Atlanta teams like the Atlanta Falcons.
Fort Worth, TX
Northeast Cobb, GA
Fort Worth, TX and 
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