Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Houston County vs Alabama
How do Houston County and Alabama rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $762
- Houston County (1BR)
- $772
- Alabama (1BR)
- −1%
- 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 Houston County is 1% cheaper than Alabama at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($762 vs $772). 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 | Houston County | Alabama | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $757 | $716 | +$41 (+6%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $762 | $772 | −$10 (-1%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $950 | $936 | +$14 (+1%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,288 | $1,206 | +$82 (+7%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,428 | $1,381 | +$47 (+3%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Houston County is 21% below the US average. Alabama is 19% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).