Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Fayette County vs Kentucky
How do Fayette County and Kentucky rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,079
- Fayette County (1BR)
- $794
- Kentucky (1BR)
- +36%
- 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 36% more expensive than Kentucky at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,079 vs $794). 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 | Kentucky | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $883 | $719 | +$164 (+23%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,079 | $794 | +$285 (+36%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,272 | $984 | +$288 (+29%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,743 | $1,277 | +$466 (+36%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,940 | $1,442 | +$498 (+35%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Fayette County is 13% above the US average. Kentucky is 17% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).