Quick answer
At $1,500/month in rent, strong options include Centerton, AR ($1,436), West Fargo, ND ($1,075), Prairieville, LA ($1,225), Wethersfield, CT ($1,303), Bellevue, NE ($1,202). These are median values — individual listings vary.
| Place | Score | Home value | Rent | Income | Pop. change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerton, AR | 97 | $295,500 | $1,436 | $112,920 | +8.3% |
| West Fargo, ND | 96 | $302,200 | $1,075 | $96,877 | +1.7% |
| Prairieville, LA | 93 | $302,200 | $1,225 | $115,610 | +2.3% |
| Wethersfield, CT | 90 | $300,500 | $1,303 | $118,523 | -0.0% |
| Bellevue, NE | 90 | $230,800 | $1,202 | $87,343 | +1.6% |
| Independence, KY | 88 | $240,500 | $1,204 | $98,653 | +1.1% |
| Fort Mill, SC | 88 | $457,000 | $1,437 | $127,537 | +8.7% |
| Brownsburg, IN | 86 | $282,800 | $1,405 | $105,435 | +3.2% |
| Yukon, OK | 86 | $185,800 | $1,080 | $76,408 | +2.5% |
| Central, LA | 85 | $270,700 | $1,373 | $90,091 | +0.3% |
| Bryant, AR | 84 | $223,400 | $973 | $83,219 | +1.8% |
| Brandon, MS | 83 | $255,900 | $1,261 | $93,073 | +0.8% |
Verdict factors to check before you decide
- 1Price the whole address: taxes, insurance, utilities and HOA, not just the listing.
- 2Confirm the exact city, county and school assignment for the address.
- 3Drive the commute at the hours you will actually travel.
- 4Check flood, heat and storm exposure on official maps.
- 5Compare crime at the jurisdiction level, then visit at night.
Frequently asked questions
What Does $1,500 Rent Get You Across America?
At $1,500/month in rent, strong options include Centerton, AR ($1,436), West Fargo, ND ($1,075), Prairieville, LA ($1,225), Wethersfield, CT ($1,303), Bellevue, NE ($1,202). These are median values — individual listings vary.
Where does this data come from?
Figures come from the Smart Movers Club app, which compiles U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates and FBI state crime rates. Census figures are survey estimates, not live listing prices.
