Most affordable college towns in America?

I've often heard that the town a college is in can greatly affect your overall college expenses. So does anyone know the least expensive college towns in America? It doesn’t have to only be about tuition, consider cost of living, too.

Absolutely, the cost of living in a college town can significantly impact your overall college expenses. Here are some relatively affordable college towns:

1. Manhattan, Kansas - This town is home to Kansas State University and offers affordable housing. Local resources indicate that monthly rent can be around $900 for an apartment. One major advantage is that the cost of living is about 14% lower than the national average.

2. Fayetteville, Arkansas - Hosting University of Arkansas, Fayetteville claims one of Arkansas’s lowest rental costs (about $650 per month, on average), plus a lower cost of living with respect to national averages.

3. Tallahassee, Florida - With Florida State University, Tallahassee offers cost-effective living, including inexpensive groceries and rent. The cost of living here is roughly 8.6% less than the national average.

4. Ames, Iowa - As the home of Iowa State University, rents here, especially those close to the campus can average around $700 per month. It also has a lower-than-average cost of living.

However, remember that the cost of living is not the only factor to consider when choosing a college - you should also look at factors such as the quality of education, the availability of your desired major, and the overall college environment.