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Tarrant County

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Median Home$339,599
Median Rent$1,760/month
Population2,167,390
Leading IndustriesFinance & Insurance · Information & Media · Arts, Food & Hospitality9% finance & insurance
Home Value Growth+6.5% over 2 years
Young Adults31% of residentsabove average nationally
Homeowners59% of occupied units
NotableAmenity Score72/100 · highly walkable area
NotableHigh Incomes$95k/year · top 9% nationally
Tarrant County
TX

Frequently Asked Questions

What are today's mortgage rates in Tarrant County?

As of today, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate for Tarrant County is approximately 6.984% (7.010% APR). Rates vary based on your credit score, loan type, down payment, and other factors. Safe Rate updates rates daily using live investor pricing.

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What is the median home price in Tarrant County?

The median home value in Tarrant County is $340k. The median monthly rent is $1,760. Annual property taxes average $5k. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.

Are home values rising in Tarrant County?

Home values in Tarrant County have increased 6.5% over the past two years. This represents moderate growth. This data is sourced from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index.

How much income do you need to buy a home in Tarrant County?

Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $1,725/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $74k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in Tarrant County is $95k/year.

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What industries drive the economy in Tarrant County?

The largest employment sectors in Tarrant County are public administration (20%) and healthcare (11%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.

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