Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Carson City vs Nevada
How do Carson City and Nevada rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,212
- Carson City (1BR)
- $1,135
- Nevada (1BR)
- +7%
- 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 Carson City is 7% more expensive than Nevada at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,212 vs $1,135). 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 | Carson City | Nevada | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,105 | $1,056 | +$49 (+5%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,212 | $1,135 | +$77 (+7%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,546 | $1,428 | +$118 (+8%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,150 | $1,941 | +$209 (+11%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,593 | $2,352 | +$241 (+10%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Carson City is 26% above the US average. Nevada is 18% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).