Cost of Living by State
Compare housing costs, rent, and income across all 50 states. Updated 2026.
The cost of living varies dramatically across America. From the affordable heartland states where a median home costs under $150,000 to coastal cities where rents exceed $2,000/month, understanding these differences is crucial for anyone considering a move or evaluating job offers in a new state.
Select a state below to explore city-by-city breakdowns of housing costs, median income, rent prices, and how they compare to national averages. Each state page includes rankings of the most affordable and most expensive cities, plus the highest-income communities.
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