Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Fairfield County vs Connecticut
How do Fairfield County and Connecticut rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,880
- Fairfield County (1BR)
- $1,590
- Connecticut (1BR)
- +18%
- 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 Fairfield County is 18% more expensive than Connecticut at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,880 vs $1,590). 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 | Fairfield County | Connecticut | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,534 | $1,351 | +$183 (+14%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,880 | $1,590 | +$290 (+18%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,237 | $1,955 | +$282 (+14%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,842 | $2,415 | +$427 (+18%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,081 | $2,852 | +$229 (+8%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Fairfield County is 96% above the US average. Connecticut is 66% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).