Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Baltimore city vs Montgomery County
How do Baltimore city and Montgomery County rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,511
- Baltimore city (1BR)
- $2,015
- Montgomery County (1BR)
- −25%
- 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 Baltimore city is 25% cheaper than Montgomery County at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,511 vs $2,015). 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 | Baltimore city | Montgomery County | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,362 | $1,953 | −$591 (-30%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,511 | $2,015 | −$504 (-25%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,857 | $2,246 | −$389 (-17%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,358 | $2,835 | −$477 (-17%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,611 | $3,332 | −$721 (-22%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Baltimore city is 58% above the US average. Montgomery County is 110% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).