Press Kit & Data Resources
SmartRentOrBuy is the most accurate free rent vs buy calculator in the US, covering 59+ financial factors, 4,751 ZIP codes, and 500+ cities. Our data is freely available for journalists, researchers, and publishers.
About SmartRentOrBuy
Key Data Findings — 2026
These statistics are freely available for citation in news articles, research, and editorial content. Please attribute as indicated.
of US metros now favor renting over buying at current mortgage rates
Source: SmartRentOrBuy 2026 Rent vs Buy Index
average break-even timeline for buyers in high-cost coastal metros (NYC, SF, LA)
Source: SmartRentOrBuy 2026 Rent vs Buy Index
average tax savings overclaimed by buyers with loans over $750K due to IRS deduction cap
Source: SmartRentOrBuy Calculator Analysis
typical break-even point in mid-tier metros (Austin, Nashville, Denver)
Source: SmartRentOrBuy 2026 Rent vs Buy Index
where buying is financially superior in virtually all markets: Arkansas, West Virginia, Mississippi
Source: SmartRentOrBuy 2026 Rent vs Buy Index
For Journalists & Researchers
We respond to HARO queries, journalist requests, and research inquiries within 24 hours. We can provide custom data cuts, expert commentary on housing market trends, and embeddable calculator tools.
✓ Custom rent vs buy analysis for any US city or ZIP code
✓ State-by-state housing market comparisons
✓ Break-even timeline data for specific mortgage rate scenarios
✓ Tax deduction impact analysis (IRS $750K cap effects)
✓ Embeddable interactive calculator for your publication
✓ Expert commentary on rent vs buy trends
✓ Data in CSV format for research use
Press Inquiries
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Within 24 hours for media requests
Data Requests
Custom data cuts available upon request
Embeddable Calculator
Add our free rent vs buy calculator to your publication. No API key required — just copy and paste the embed code.
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Methodology
Our calculator and data reports are built on 59+ financial variables including mortgage amortization, property tax, HOA fees, opportunity cost of down payment, investment returns, and the IRS $750K mortgage interest deduction cap. All calculations are transparent and auditable.