Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Kennebec County vs Maine
How do Kennebec County and Maine rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,090
- Kennebec County (1BR)
- $1,153
- Maine (1BR)
- −5%
- 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 Kennebec County is 5% cheaper than Maine at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,090 vs $1,153). 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 | Kennebec County | Maine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,082 | $1,080 | +$2 (+0%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,090 | $1,153 | −$63 (-5%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,416 | $1,448 | −$32 (-2%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,819 | $1,917 | −$98 (-5%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,158 | $2,133 | +$25 (+1%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Kennebec County is 14% above the US average. Maine is 20% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).