Cheapest States In America 2024. Delaware's economy turned in a lackluster performance in 2023 — the only state economy to shrink last year. Settling down in one of the cities below could do wonders for your wallet.

The west and the northeast regions include the most expensive states to live in, while the south includes the most states ranking among the bottom 10 for cost of living. Us news ranks the states with the best economic affordability, based on the cost of living and housing affordability.