Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Chester County vs Pennsylvania
How do Chester County and Pennsylvania rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,520
- Chester County (1BR)
- $996
- Pennsylvania (1BR)
- +53%
- 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 Chester County is 53% more expensive than Pennsylvania at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,520 vs $996). 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 | Chester County | Pennsylvania | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,397 | $900 | +$497 (+55%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,520 | $996 | +$524 (+53%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,810 | $1,225 | +$585 (+48%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,170 | $1,570 | +$600 (+38%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,423 | $1,744 | +$679 (+39%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Chester County is 58% above the US average. Pennsylvania is 4% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).