Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Fayette County vs Illinois
How do Fayette County and Illinois rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $750
- Fayette County (1BR)
- $854
- Illinois (1BR)
- −12%
- 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 Fayette County is 12% cheaper than Illinois at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($750 vs $854). 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 | Fayette County | Illinois | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $722 | $774 | −$52 (-7%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $750 | $854 | −$104 (-12%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $916 | $1,063 | −$147 (-14%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,183 | $1,370 | −$187 (-14%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,293 | $1,561 | −$268 (-17%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Fayette County is 22% below the US average. Illinois is 11% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).