Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Albany County vs Wyoming
How do Albany County and Wyoming rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $786
- Albany County (1BR)
- $824
- Wyoming (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 Albany County is 5% cheaper than Wyoming at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($786 vs $824). 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 | Albany County | Wyoming | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $709 | $785 | −$76 (-10%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $786 | $824 | −$38 (-5%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $963 | $1,044 | −$81 (-8%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,339 | $1,399 | −$60 (-4%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,615 | $1,719 | −$104 (-6%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Albany County is 18% below the US average. Wyoming is 14% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).