Mid City Times

Fort Worth has been named the top city for business in Texas by Scout, an independent economic development platform.

About the recognition: Scout’s report, Top Cities in Texas for Business, According to Employers, is based on more than 2,000 data points across 169 verified reviews from employers in Texas.

With an overall Scout score of 4.34 out of five stars, Fort Worth shines in the report. Fort Worth was ranked No. 1 overall and was noted as the top city in the Speed of Permitting and Speed of Zoning categories. Fort Worth stands as the only city to surpass the four-star benchmark in these critical areas, underscoring its efficiency and business-friendly climate.

“This recognition is a clear reflection of the exceptional business climate our staff has been working hard to cultivate here at City Hall,” City Manager David Cooke said. “Our four-star rating in these two critical categories highlights our ongoing efforts to create an efficient and business-friendly environment.”

Why Fort Worth? Reviewers from the report applaud Fort Worth for the City’s commitment to facilitating a seamless environment for business operations and growth. This distinction highlights Fort Worth’s strategic advantages and its dedication to nurturing an innovative business environment.

“This is a testament of our dedicated staff’s ‘can-do’ attitude and unwavering spirit of partnership, ensuring streamlined procedures and swift results for our community’s progress and growth model,” said D.J. Harrell, director of the City’s Development Services Department.

Scout is an independent economic development platform where companies find the best cities for business through local data, incentive information, and verified reviews. Scout provides detailed city listings for more than 20,000 communities throughout the U.S.