Fort Worth is located in Tarrant County, Texas, at approximately 32.7555° N, -97.3308° W.

What is the population of Fort Worth?

Fort Worth has an approximate population of 956,709.

When was Fort Worth founded?

Fort Worth was founded in 1849.

What school districts serve Fort Worth?

See our The Fort Worth /schools page for the current list of districts and campuses covering Fort Worth.

What are the major neighborhoods in Fort Worth?

See our The Fort Worth /neighborhoods page for the full list and per-neighborhood coverage.

How do I report local news from Fort Worth?

Email editor@nexcom.media or use the contact form at https://thefortworth.org/contact.

The Fort Worth

About Fort Worth, Texas

Fort Worth is the 13th-largest city in the United States and the seat of Tarrant County, Texas. It anchors the western half of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and is renowned for the Fort Worth Stockyards, Texas Christian University, Sundance Square, and the Cultural District housing the Kimbell Art Museum and Modern Art Museum.

Quick facts

Home to the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District
Texas Christian University (TCU) is located in Fort Worth
The Cultural District contains five major museums
Hosts the Stock Show & Rodeo (largest livestock show in Texas) each January

Geography

County: Tarrant County
State: Texas
Coordinates: 32.7555° N, -97.3308° W
Founded: 1849
Population (approx.): 956,709

What The Fort Worth covers

Fort Worth TX news
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Frequently asked questions

Where is Fort Worth?: Fort Worth is located in Tarrant County, Texas, at approximately 32.7555° N, -97.3308° W.
What is the population of Fort Worth?: Fort Worth has an approximate population of 956,709.
When was Fort Worth founded?: Fort Worth was founded in 1849.
What school districts serve Fort Worth?: See our The Fort Worth /schools page for the current list of districts and campuses covering Fort Worth.
What are the major neighborhoods in Fort Worth?: See our The Fort Worth /neighborhoods page for the full list and per-neighborhood coverage.
How do I report local news from Fort Worth?: Email editor@nexcom.media or use the contact form at https://thefortworth.org/contact.