10. Wichita, Kansas -
The largest city in Kansas is known for being an aircraft production hub. Wichita is also known as the "Air Capital of the World."
9. Peoria, Illinois -
Peoria is the oldest community in Illinois and is home to the oldest community theater in America. It's strategically located on the Illinois River between Chicago and St. Louis.
8. Topeka, Kansas -
The capital city of the Sunflower State will actually pay you to move there! The scheme is offering up to US$15,000 for homebuyers to move to the city.
7. Laredo, Texas -
In Laredo, you will find lots of interesting spots, including San Agustin Cathedral and the Republic of the Rio Grande Museum.
6. Springfield, Illinois -
Springfield is best known as the home of Abraham Lincoln. The city is among the most affordable in the country.
5. Akron, Ohio -
The birthplace of the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., Akron was dubbed the "Rubber Capital of the World."
4. Toledo, Ohio -
Home to numerous museums, a zoo, and a university, Toledo is an affordable place that's worth considering.
3. Fort Wayne, Indiana -
Indiana's second-largest city is also one of the cheapest cities in both the state and the country to live in.
2. El Paso, Texas -
El Paso has a very busy border with Ciudad Juarez in Mexico. It is also the most populous city in West Texas, but one of the cheapest to live in.
1. Brownsville, Texas -
Brownsville is the runner-up in 2024 in terms of affordability. Located next to the US-Mexico border, Brownsville has been influenced by Hispanic culture.