



McKinney was named the best U.S. city for renters for the second year, ranking high in quality of life, affordable living costs, and new apartment inventory. Apartments average 983 sq ft, with 85% high-end units and 65% in prime locations. The city has low unemployment (3.7%) and strong economic growth. Dallas ranked 56th, with fewer new apartments (10.6%), only 25% in prime locations, and higher unemployment (4.9%).