Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Harford County vs Maryland
How do Harford County and Maryland rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,511
- Harford County (1BR)
- $1,404
- Maryland (1BR)
- +8%
- 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 Harford County is 8% more expensive than Maryland at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,511 vs $1,404). 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 | Harford County | Maryland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,362 | $1,314 | +$48 (+4%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,511 | $1,404 | +$107 (+8%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,857 | $1,657 | +$200 (+12%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,358 | $2,133 | +$225 (+11%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,611 | $2,449 | +$162 (+7%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Harford County is 58% above the US average. Maryland is 46% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).