For the 2025-2026 Best Places to Live rankings, we analyzed 859 cities to find the best places to live. Based on the median gross rent and annual housing costs for mortgage-paying...

Jan 14, 2025 · In 12 markets, at least half of all homes for sale are considered affordable. Finding a home that fits your needs while leaving money in your pocket to enjoy life can feel like an impossible …

4 days ago · In 2025, Oklahoma claimed the spot of the cheapest state to live in from West Virginia, which moved down to third place on the list. If you’re looking to move to a new state and prioritize...

Sep 19, 2025 · Our analysis of the cheapest places to live in the U.S. is based on the Council for Community and Economic Research's (C2ER) calculations of living expenses in 265 urban areas.

May 6, 2025 · With a median rent of just $590 for a studio (comprising only 18 percent of median single income), Wichita, Kansas, is the cheapest rental city in America. And the denizens here breathe …

Jan 10, 2026 · Americans searching for affordable places to live have a clear path: Head to the South or Midwest. A new study by Seven Seas Worldwide ranked all 50 states by affordability for people …

Affordable housing, lower living costs, and charming communities—these 30 U.S. cities are the most budget-friendly places to call home in 2025-2026. If skyrocketing rents, utility bills, and grocery prices …

Jul 18, 2025 · So, based on housing prices, cost of living indices, utility rates, and other budget factors, here are 50 of the cheapest places to live in the U.S. in 2025.

Dec 10, 2025 · As of 2025–2026, the cheapest places to live in the US are Toledo, Ohio; Little Rock, Arkansas; Fort Wayne, Indiana; and Wichita, Kansas. These cities offer below-average home prices, …

Feb 25, 2025 · These cities have everything you need without breaking the bank. Discover the most affordable cities in the U.S. to live and buy a house.