Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Alameda County vs Los Angeles County
How do Alameda County and Los Angeles County rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $2,385
- Alameda County (1BR)
- $2,085
- Los Angeles County (1BR)
- +14%
- 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 Alameda County is 14% more expensive than Los Angeles County at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($2,385 vs $2,085). 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 | Alameda County | Los Angeles County | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,142 | $1,863 | +$279 (+15%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,385 | $2,085 | +$300 (+14%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,912 | $2,601 | +$311 (+12%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,724 | $3,298 | +$426 (+13%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $4,413 | $3,672 | +$741 (+20%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Alameda County is 149% above the US average. Los Angeles County is 117% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).