Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Gem County vs Idaho
How do Gem County and Idaho rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $908
- Gem County (1BR)
- $950
- Idaho (1BR)
- −4%
- 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 Gem County is 4% cheaper than Idaho at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($908 vs $950). 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 | Gem County | Idaho | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $834 | $898 | −$64 (-7%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $908 | $950 | −$42 (-4%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,190 | $1,173 | +$17 (+1%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,601 | $1,619 | −$18 (-1%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,882 | $1,949 | −$67 (-3%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Gem County is 5% below the US average. Idaho is 1% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).