Where is the cheapest place to live in america?

McAllen, Texas. The average cost of a home in McAllen, Texas, the third-least expensive community in the country, is $178,000, while a two-bedroom/two-bath apartment rents for $708. The cost of living in McAllen, population of 130,831, is 16.2 percent cheaper than the national average. read more

10 cheapest places to live in the U.S. cliff1066/Flickr. Harlingen, Texas. For three straight years, Harlingen, Texas, has ranked as America's most affordable city. Its cost of living index of 81.8 in 2012 fell 0.6 from the previous year. read more

Take a look at our 2018 list of the 10 cheapest places to live in America. SEE ALSO: The 26 Cheapest States for Retirement The Cost of Living Index is based on price data collected during 2017. read more

Check out these 10 cheapest states, along with average prices for some basic items in their most expensive metro areas. read more