10 States Offering the Most (and Least) Space for Your Rent Money

Renters in North Dakota enjoy the most space for their money, paying an average of $1.10 per square foot, with monthly rents around $1,057 for 957 square feet. Oklahoma and Arkansas follow, offering good space at $1.19 and $1.20 per square foot, respectively. Conversely, New York has the least space, charging $3.23 per square foot, with average rents of $2,722 for 842 square feet. Massachusetts, Hawaii, California, and New Jersey also rank high for expensive rents with limited space.