Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Cook County vs Minnesota
How do Cook County and Minnesota rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $888
- Cook County (1BR)
- $899
- Minnesota (1BR)
- −1%
- 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 Cook County is 1% cheaper than Minnesota at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($888 vs $899). 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 | Cook County | Minnesota | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $671 | $809 | −$138 (-17%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $888 | $899 | −$11 (-1%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $973 | $1,125 | −$152 (-14%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,288 | $1,483 | −$195 (-13%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,415 | $1,698 | −$283 (-17%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Cook County is 7% below the US average. Minnesota is 6% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).