Love shouldn’t cost you an arm and a leg — but in some cities, it comes close. According to recent analyses of dating affordability, cities like Charlotte, Detroit, and Orlando rank among the lowest in total cost of dating. Yahoo

That said, when you factor in income levels, those cities often don’t stay at the top of the list. The real winners are places where spending a little still goes a long way!

Let’s break it down:

• What “affordable dating” means: It’s not just the cost of dinner and a movie. It’s whether your wallet still breathes afterward.

• Why some cities make the cut: Lower rents, cheaper dining, less “mandatory spending” drag (cover charges, inflated nightlife, premium venue fees).

• Why others drop when income is considered: If local wages are low, even modest date expenses can feel heavy.

So yes — you can go on fun, romantic dates in cities that don’t murder your budget. But here’s the real secret: no matter the price of a cocktail or a coffee in your city, using OBC to meet local singles still gives you the most bang for your buck!

Wherever you are — NYC or Middle-of-Nowhere, USA — a smart, value-packed choice wins out! So before you hit the town, meet someone to bring along on OBC. Because in the game of dating, you deserve to raise your spirits, not your bill!