11 Cheapest Places to Rent in the United States

10) Tucson, Arizona

The median one-bedroom in Tucson came in at an incredibly low $575, while the two-bedroom was $750. A single-family home was a bit pricier at $1,100. Tucson is yet another city on this list to also make the “Best Places to Live” ranking. It’s the perfect place for those seeking warm weather, mountain views, and desert landscapes. People of all ages, cultures, and backgrounds blend here, with its reputation as a retirement destination drawing older folk and the University of Arizona drawing younger. Nearby national parks, hiking trails, skiing, ample Mexican restaurants, and nightclubs keep locals entertained. The unemployment rate has improved but is still higher than the national average. The average salary is lower than the national average. The university, defense-contractor Raytheon, and the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base are the biggest employers. Hospitality and tourism are also major industries.