Location is a significant factor in determining rent prices across the U.S., with many cities offering few affordable housing options for renters.

While homeownership is a goal for many Americans, not everyone wants to buy a house. An estimated 46 million households rent instead of own the property they occupy, according to data from the 2023 Census.

A new WalletHub study reveals the cities where renters can get the best value and the cities those that fall short. The analysis compared 182 rental markets using 21 key metrics of rental appeal and quality of life. You can read about the methodology used here .

Overland Park, Kansas, was named the best city to rent in 2025. The city has the eighth best rent affordability on the list as the average person spends 17% of their annual in

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