A new study by Priority Software has determined the best U.S. cities for bargain shopping and Columbus, GA ranks third in the nation. The number of vintage and thrift stores, discount stores, used car dealerships, pawn shops, flea markets, outlet stores, and wholesale stores in each city were analyzed to create an index, highlighting where shoppers can find the best deals.
New Orleans, Louisiana is ranked first followed by Orlando, Florida. Columbus takes third place with 55.5 used car dealerships, 34.2 vintage and thrift stores, and 23.3 discount stores per 100,000 residents. The city also boasts the highest number of flea markets per 100,000 residents. Oklahoma City and Glendale, Arizona round out the top five cities for bargain shopping…