Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Adams County vs Illinois
How do Adams County and Illinois rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $811
- Adams County (1BR)
- $854
- Illinois (1BR)
- −5%
- 1BR difference
Side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent comparison. Data from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
A 1-bedroom in Adams County is 5% cheaper than Illinois at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($811 vs $854). Both figures are the 40th percentile of gross rents (utilities included, telephone excluded) set by HUD for the federal fiscal year 2026. Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in each area are set between 90% and 110% of these FMR numbers. Source: HUD Fair Market Rents.
How Do Rents Compare By Bedroom?
| Bedrooms | Adams County | Illinois | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $734 | $774 | −$40 (-5%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $811 | $854 | −$43 (-5%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,064 | $1,063 | +$1 (+0%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,327 | $1,370 | −$43 (-3%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,500 | $1,561 | −$61 (-4%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Adams County is 15% below the US average. Illinois is 11% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).