- What Is the True Cost of Living in Texas?
Texas is the second-largest state in the U.S. by area. It offers a varied landscape, both in terms of terrain and cost of living. To get a sense of the overall cost of living in The Lone Star State, you… read more…
- What Is the True Cost of Living in Alaska?
Alaska, also known as the Last Frontier, is on many Americans’ travel bucket lists. If you visit Alaska and fall in love with it, you may decide you want to move there. While Alaska famously offers an annual check to… read more…
- What Is the Cost of Living in California?
California is a state of extremes. It’s home to some of America’s richest and poorest cities and counties. That means there’s no single cost of living in California. Still, there are some things that apply to locations across the state,… read more…
- The Cost of Living in Hawaii
Who wouldn’t want to live in the paradise that is Hawaii? People who don’t like a high cost of living, for one. According to the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center, Hawaii’s cost of living is the highest of any… read more…
- What Is the True Cost of Living in Phoenix?
Considering a move to Phoenix? You’re probably wondering whether you can afford to settle there. Our guide to the cost of living in Phoenix highlights low housing costs, low rent rates and low income taxes in the city. Additionally, Phoenix… read more…
- The Cost of Living in Philadelphia
Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love, offers both colonial charm and modern attractions. As far as cost of living goes, Philadelphia isn’t as expensive as bigger cities like New York or San Francisco. There are also relative bargains to be… read more…
- The True Cost of Living in Dallas
When you think of Dallas, perhaps you think of Dallas Cowboys football, or maybe you’re reminded of the soap opera that shares its name, which ran for 14 seasons. If you’re thinking of moving to Dallas, you should know the… read more…
- What’s the Cost of Living in Miami?
The population in the 2010s in Miami grew quite substantially, over 15% from the begging of the decade, and there are more than 6.2 million in the area today. If you’re moving to Miami, you should have a good idea… read more…
- The Cost of Living in Boston
A stroll through the streets of Boston is a stroll through American history, and you can enjoy walking on cobblestone streets where the Founding Fathers once stepped. You can also take advantage of Boston’s world-class universities and hospitals, and watch its wildly… read more…
- The True Cost of Living in Washington, D.C.
If you’re thinking about moving to the nation’s capital, you’re probably wondering whether you can afford to settle down there. Home prices in the District are notoriously high, but there’s more to the story than that. In fact, rent prices… read more…
- The Cost of Living in Las Vegas
Considering a move to Sin City? While it’s common to blow a bit of money on a fun-filled weekend in Las Vegas, anyone settling there for the long haul will want to follow a more sustainable spending plan. Having a solid… read more…
- The True Cost of Living in Houston
Houston is home to 2.1 million people, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. That makes it the most populous city in Texas and fourth in the nation. This sprawling metropolis is named after Sam Houston, president of the former Republic… read more…
- The Cost of Living in Atlanta
Atlanta combines small-town charm with the hustle and bustle of a big city. The city itself is home to just under half a million people, but the Atlanta Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) is home to 5.8 million Americans, and that… read more…
- The Cost of Living in San Diego
Life in a sunny city by the Pacific Ocean sounds pretty appealing to most people. If you’re considering moving to San Diego, you’re probably wondering whether you can afford to live in what’s officially nicknamed “America’s Finest City.” As far as… read more…
- What Is the True Cost of Living in Chicago?
Chicago: The Windy City. Famous for its architecture and its deep-dish pizza, it has a lot to offer visitors and residents alike. This top-five-largest city in the US is also known as the “Jewel of the Midwest.” But if you’re thinking… read more…
- What Is the True Cost of Living in Denver?
Nestled in the Rocky Mountains in the American West, Denver has a lot to offer. For skiers and other outdoor enthusiasts, Denver is a dream destination. And if you enjoy physical training and sports, working out at Denver’s mile-high elevation… read more…
- What Is the True Cost of Living in Portland, Oregon?
Portland, Oregon is more than just microbreweries and food trucks. The City of Roses boasts a lively arts and cultural scene. Employment options in Portland include established companies like Boeing, Nike and Intel, in addition to a wealth of start-ups and boutiques.… read more…
- What Is the Cost of Living in Los Angeles?
From the mansions of Beverly Hills to the hipster bars of Silver Lake, Los Angeles charms visitors to its palm tree-lined streets. But if you’re pondering becoming a resident, you’ll want to get a handle on the true cost of living in the City… read more…
- What Is the True Cost of Living in Seattle?
Thinking about moving to Seattle? Seattle has been one of the fastest-growing big cities in the U.S. since 2010, and it’s expected to add nearly 200,000 more people over the next 20 years. This growth is a result of the… read more…
- What Is the True Cost of Living in San Francisco?
If you’re going to San Francisco, be sure to have some money in your pocket. Thanks to skyrocketing home prices and an increasingly competitive rental market, the City by the Bay is extremely expensive. In addition to high housing costs,… read more…
- What Is the True Cost of Living in New York City?
It’s no secret that living in New York City is expensive. Before the average NYC resident’s paycheck even reaches the bank, they’re shelling out some of the highest income taxes in the country, with high taxes on both the state… read more…
- Property Tax: Who is Getting the Best Bang for Their Buck?
SmartAsset wanted to know who in the country is getting the best deal for their property taxes. To find that out we answered 3 questions: how good are the schools, how safe is the area and how much are the property taxes. Methodology The United States is divided into 3,144 counties (or county equivalents in… read more…
- How to Reduce Moving Costs
By: Ankita Dewan The thought of living in your new home creates anticipation and excitement. The thought of moving in? Not so much. While the process does require time and effort, it doesn’t need to break the bank. Moving costs can… read more…