Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Carroll County vs New Hampshire
How do Carroll County and New Hampshire rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,343
- Carroll County (1BR)
- $1,460
- New Hampshire (1BR)
- −8%
- 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 Carroll County is 8% cheaper than New Hampshire at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,343 vs $1,460). 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 | Carroll County | New Hampshire | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,190 | $1,340 | −$150 (-11%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,343 | $1,460 | −$117 (-8%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,709 | $1,894 | −$185 (-10%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,353 | $2,464 | −$111 (-5%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,834 | $2,665 | +$169 (+6%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Carroll County is 40% above the US average. New Hampshire is 52% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).