Discover the Most Affordable U.S. ZIP Codes for Renters
Generally, it’s advised that housing costs should account for no more than 30% of your income. However, adhering to this guideline can vary significantly based on local income and rent prices.
To identify the most budget-friendly ZIP codes for renters, CashNetUSA analyzed household incomes and annual rent costs across the U.S. The objective was to pinpoint areas where rent takes up the smallest share of income.
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If you are in search of a neighborhood with lower rent, consider relocating to these ZIP codes where the average rent makes up less than 14% of the average household income.
Don’t miss the list of the most expensive ZIP codes for renters as well.
Leawood, Kansas (66224)
- Annual rent as % of local median household income: 10.57%
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Overland Park, Kansas (66221)
- Annual rent as % of local median household income: 11.03%
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West Bloomfield, Michigan (48324)
- Annual rent as % of local median household income: 11.5%
San Antonio, Texas (78248)
- Annual rent as % of local median household income: 12.29%
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (15228)
- Annual rent as % of local median household income: 12.57%
Urbandale, Iowa (50323)
- Annual rent as % of local median household income: 12.77%
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Northville, Michigan (48168)
- Annual rent as % of local median household income: 13.49%
Brandon, South Dakota (57005)
- Annual rent as % of local median household income: 13.51%
Bellaire, Texas (77401)
- Annual rent as % of local median household income: 13.68%
Lewis Center, Ohio (43035)
- Annual rent as % of local median household income: 13.71%
Editor’s note: Photos are for representational purposes only and might not reflect the exact ZIP codes listed in this article.
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