According to a new report by Zillow, living single as a renter puts you at a significant financial disadvantage. Here's what you can do..

Nationwide, solo renters pay an extra $7,562 per year for a one-bedroom unit compared to couples who split rent with their partners. That premium, known as the singles tax, is up by more than $450 from a year ago.

Most people who live alone know they’re paying a premium compared to their friends who split rent with partners or roommates. But in no city is this “singles tax” more expensive than in New York City.

If you’re a renter and living alone, you probably already realize you pay more for rent. After all, you’re not splitting the cost with a roommate or partners. But the amount may surprise you. In Seattle,

A new report from Zillow shows that Atlanta renters are feeling the financial pinch of independence as the cost of living alone soars to new heights. Zillow Rentals' latest analysis shows that Atlanta singles are paying a hefty $9,