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The annual Demographia International Housing Affordability Report (2024) shows which cities are most affordable among 94 major metropolitan areas in eight countries – Australia, Canada, China, Ireland, New Zealand, Singapore, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Located on the banks of the Ohio River, Louisville is one of the largest cities in Kentucky. It is also home to Churchill Downs, a race course which hosts the renowned Kentucky Derby.
A little over an hour away from Louisville, Cincinnati is also located along the Ohio River in the southwestern part of the US state.
The state capital of Oklahoma, one of the most affordable cities in the world, is also the largest city in the American state.
Known as the automobile capital of the world, the American city is also considered a significant cultural centre and offers its residents many opportunities and experiences.
Home to a vibrant art scene and a resurgent waterfront the city is half an hour away from Niagara Falls and Buffalo is famous for its exemplary architecture.
The provincial capital is also one of the most affordable cities in the world and the only one on this list outside that is not in the US. Located on the North Saskatchewan River, Edmonton is known for its excellent quality of life and low crime rate compared to other Canadian cities.
Also known as the “The Forest City,” Cleveland is the second most populous city in Ohio and managed to secure the fourth spot on the list of the most affordable cities in the world.
Located in the midwest, St. Louis is a vibrant metropolis most famously known for its iconic Gateway Arch and the blues music scene.
This city in the state of New York is known for its legacy of innovation, and rich culture, and is also called the “Flour City” as it was a major flour-producing city in the 19th century.
Pittsburgh, known for being a major steel producer, was crowned as the most affordable city in the world.