A North Carolina town has just been ranked as the #2 best place in America when it comes to affordability and safety.
Cary, NC (suburb of Raleigh) came in at the second best spot on GOBankingRates’s new report of the ’50 Safest and Most Affordable US Cities To Live In’.
The study evaluated crime rates, monthly expenditures, and rent costs to determine the rankings. Cary earned its second-place spot nationally due to its low crime rate and reasonable living costs, making it a standout for families, professionals, and retirees.
Cary, NC (Ranked No. 2):
- Average Monthly Expenditures: $2,049
- Average Rent: $1,732
- Violent Crime Rate: 0.8 per 1,000 residents
- Property Crime Rate: 11.01 per 1,000 residents
- Livability Score: 90/100
When each geographic region was analyzed, two other NC cities ranked among the “Cheapest and safest in the South“:
Concord, NC (Ranked No. 6):
- Average Monthly Expenditures: $2,021
- Average Rent: $1,790
- Violent Crime Rate: 1.06 per 1,000 residents
- Property Crime Rate: 9.82 per 1,000 residents
- Livability Score: 80/100
Raleigh, NC (Ranked No. 13):
- Average Monthly Expenditures: $2,041
- Average Rent: $1,664
- Violent Crime Rate: 4.98 per 1,000 residents
- Property Crime Rate: 23.7 per 1,000 residents
- Livability Score: 84/100
The rankings highlight North Carolina’s growing appeal as a safe and affordable destination.
