Detroit is identified as the easiest U.S. city to buy a house, featuring the shortest purchase timeline and lowest prices. San Antonio offers the lowest monthly living expenses, allowing residents to save 75% of their salary. Chicago boasts the highest salary levels, enabling significant savings after basic expenses. A study by Badeloft USA analyzed housing affordability using metrics like average house prices and disposable income, ranking cities by saving timelines, with Detroit's 2.6 years as the benchmark for affordability.