Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Cumberland County vs Maine
How do Cumberland County and Maine rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,397
- Cumberland County (1BR)
- $1,153
- Maine (1BR)
- +21%
- 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 Cumberland County is 21% more expensive than Maine at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,397 vs $1,153). 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 | Cumberland County | Maine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,264 | $1,080 | +$184 (+17%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,397 | $1,153 | +$244 (+21%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,833 | $1,448 | +$385 (+27%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,380 | $1,917 | +$463 (+24%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,038 | $2,133 | +$905 (+42%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Cumberland County is 46% above the US average. Maine is 20% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).