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STRATEGIC CENTRAL U.S. LOCATION

Access to DFW International Airport, major highways, and rail networks puts key markets within easy reach

SKILLED & GROWING WORKFORCE

3.9 million regional workers and 58,000+ annual graduates from area colleges and universities fueling a growing talent pipeline

BUSINESS-FRIENDLY

Designed for business success with competitive labor and operating costs 5% below the national average.

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LEADING INDUSTRIES IN THE FORT WORTH AREA

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ADVANCED MANUFACTURING

Manufacturing Workforce Power. The strength of Fort Worth’s advanced manufacturing sector is driven by a regional workforce of more than 300,000, representing nearly a third of Texas’ total manufacturing employment.

Cutting-Edge Production. Fort Worth is leading the way in advanced manufacturing, with companies spearheading next-generation projects from MP Materials’ production of rare earth magnets to Siemens’ tech manufacturing facility.

Built for Manufacturing Growth. With a central U.S. location, multimodal access, and a pro-business environment, Fort Worth connects advanced manufacturers to key markets and fuels innovation through lower operating costs, strong public-private partnerships, and expanding R&D investment.

Siemens Fort Worth Ribbon Cutting
Siemens cut the ribbon on new $190M tech manufacturing plant, bringing 800 jobs to south Fort Worth.

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AEROSPACE & DEFENSE

Established Industry Hub. The Fort Worth region is one of the leading aerospace & defense hubs in North America with more than 600 aerospace and defense companies anchored by Bell and Lockheed Martin.

Skilled Workforce. With more than 23,000 aerospace and defense workers and a steady talent pipeline from both universities and specialized training programs at local community colleges, Fort Worth offers a workforce ready to meet industry demands.

Innovative Ecosystem. Fort Worth’s aerospace sector is supported by Texas’ top-ranked education network and more than $250M in federal aerospace R&D. The new Texas A&M Center for Advanced Aviation Technologies further positions the city as a hub for innovation and workforce development.

Aerospace & Defense
Bell announced $630 million investment in Fort Worth to build Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA).

MOBILITY & LOGISTICS

Strategic Logistics Hub. Home to 55,000 workers, Fort Worth offers unmatched multimodal access at the center of North America. With AllianceTexas, major rail lines, five interstates, and DFW Airport, companies can reach 98% of the U.S. in 48 hours and 200+ global destinations by air.

Business-Friendly Advantage. Mobility and logistics leaders like American Airlines and BNSF thrive in Fort Worth, drawn by no state income tax, low operating costs, and access to top-tier engineering and supply chain talent.

Shaping the Future of Mobility. Fort Worth is at the forefront of innovation with the Mobility Innovation Zone (MIZ) at Alliance Texas—where mobility innovators can test, scale, and commercialize emerging technologies in transportation, logistics, and supply chain automation.

Mobility & Logistics
Mobility Innovation Zone (MIZ) located in north Fort Worth at AllianceTexas.

CORPORATE & Financial SERVICES

Strategic Expansion Hub. DFW is home to 800,000+ corporate and financial services workers. With a deep talent pool, strong population growth, and a central time zone, Fort Worth offers an ideal location for headquarters, back-office and financial services expansion.

Cost-Competitive Location: DFW financial services workforce ranks second in the nation, trailing only New York; but Fort Worth companies enjoy operating costs 20 to 50% lower than traditional coastal hubs—offering a competitive location without sacrificing talent or market access.

Financial Services Growth. The Fort Worth area’s financial services sector is growing, fueled by major players like Charles Schwab, Fidelity, and GM Financial.

Finance & Professional Services
The Crescent Offices, Fort Worth located minutes from downtown.

ENERGY

Diverse Energy Ecosystem. Fort Worth is powering the future of energy, from oil and gas to renewables, battery tech, and energy IoT. With roots in the Barnett Shale and innovators like Harnyss and its solid-state hydrogen storage, the city supports a growing energy sector.

Pro-Business Location for Energy Growth. Fort Worth offers unmatched advantages for energy companies, including a strategic central location, no state income tax, and a cost-competitive business environment built to support innovation and expansion.

Texas Leads the Nation. Texas leads in natural gas, electricity, wind, biodiesel, and solar with nearly 1 million energy workers representing 15 percent of the U.S. total and Fort Worth provides direct access to one of the deepest and most skilled energy talent pools in the country.

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Solid-state hydrogen storage system by Fort Worth based Harnyss.

LIFE SCIENCE & BIO TECH

Emerging Life Science Hub. With 34,000 workers in DFW, Fort Worth is at the center of an emerging life sciences industry, with global leaders like Alcon, established medical device companies like Urgo Medical, and biotech startups like Eosera.

Medical Innovation Cluster. Just south of downtown, Fort Worth’s 1,200-acre Medical Innovation District—anchored by the Burnett School of Medicine at TCU and the UNT Health Science Center—is emerging as a hub for medical R&D. With the nearby Texas A&M–Fort Worth campus development, the area unites research, education, and workforce development.

Texas Powers Life Science. The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) selected a Texas consortium for one of its three national hubs—with a customer experience hub based in DFW, the area is a growing center for health innovation and biotech investment.

FILM & PRODUCTION

Film-Friendly City. Since the Fort Worth Film Commission’s launch in 2015, Fort Worth has become a go-to for film, TV, and commercial shoots—offering hands-on support and diverse locations. Texas’s new $300M film incentive fund positions the city for more productions.

Fast-Track Talent Pipeline. The Fort Worth Film Collaborative—a partnership between the Film Commission, 101 Studios, and Tarrant County College—is fast-tracking local talent into the industry with training programs designed to meet the rising demand for skilled crew.

Strong Economic Impact. With more than 1,000 productions filmed in Fort Worth, the city’s creative economy has seen a boost of $700 million and 30,000+ jobs created—benefiting everyone from set designers and camera crews to local caterers and carpenters.

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Set of Nametag Films, a Fort Worth based video production company.

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Spencer Mitchell
VP of Economic Development

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BUILT FOR BUSINESS. POWERED BY PEOPLE.

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REGIONAL WORKFORCE OF 4.3+ MILLION AND RISING

With 1+ million workers in Tarrant County alone, Fort Worth offers direct access to a deep and expanding talent pool.

ONE OF AMERICA'S FASTEST-GROWING LARGE CITIES

Fort Worth’s population has grown by 5.9% since 2020, providing companies with a steadily expanding pipeline of talent across industries and skill levels.

YOUNG, ENERGETIC, AND BUILT FOR THE FUTURE

Fort Worth’s median age is just 33, ensuring a workforce that’s younger than the national average — ideal for long-term growth and sustainability.

UNIVERSITIES, COLLEGES & CAREER TRAINING

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#1

Region in Texas for Higher Education

DFW is the #1 region in Texas for higher education enrollment and degree completion—24% of all students enrolled and 26% of annual degrees awarded in Texas are from a DFW area college or university.

Dallas-Fort Worth Higher Education Review (2025)

58K

Annual Graduating Students

More than 58,500 graduates earn a bachelor’s degree or higher annually in the Dallas-Fort Worth region and more than 370,000 are enrolled, fueling Fort Worth’s talent base across industries.

Dallas Regional Economic Development Guide (2025)

45K

Students Enrolled in Career & Technical Training

More than 45,000 students are enrolled at Tarrant County College, where hands-on training for in-demand trades helps supply employers with the skilled talent they need today.

Tarrant County College (2025)

State & Local Incentives

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TEXAS ADVANTAGE

  • Business-Friendly Environment
  • Pro-Employer Labor Market
  • Right-to-Work State
  • 0% Corporate & Personal Income Tax
  • Low Corporate Franchise Tax

LOCAL INCENTIVES

  • Target Industry Incentives
  • Tax Abatements
  • Triple Freeport Inventory Tax Exemption
  • R&D Tax Credit
  • Extraordinary Investment Discount
  • Permitting Assistance

STATE INCENTIVES

  • Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF)
  • Jobs, Energy, Technology & Innovation Act (JETI)
  • Texas Enterprise Zone (TEZ)
  • R&D Tax Credit
  • Skills Development Fund 

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Living & Culture in fort worth

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Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing cities offering a lower cost of living than other large U.S. metro areas. Known for our vibrant cultural scene, authentic western heritage, and friendly people, Fort Worth is recognized as one of the best places to live in Texas by Livability.

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