Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Benton County vs Oregon
How do Benton County and Oregon rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,290
- Benton County (1BR)
- $1,143
- Oregon (1BR)
- +13%
- 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 Benton County is 13% more expensive than Oregon at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,290 vs $1,143). 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 | Benton County | Oregon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,200 | $1,051 | +$149 (+14%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,290 | $1,143 | +$147 (+13%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,622 | $1,425 | +$197 (+14%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,256 | $1,963 | +$293 (+15%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,545 | $2,318 | +$227 (+10%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Benton County is 35% above the US average. Oregon is 19% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).