Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Larimer County vs Colorado
How do Larimer County and Colorado rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,537
- Larimer County (1BR)
- $1,161
- Colorado (1BR)
- +32%
- 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 Larimer County is 32% more expensive than Colorado at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,537 vs $1,161). 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 | Larimer County | Colorado | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,509 | $1,083 | +$426 (+39%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,537 | $1,161 | +$376 (+32%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,732 | $1,429 | +$303 (+21%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,385 | $1,861 | +$524 (+28%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,540 | $2,178 | +$362 (+17%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Larimer County is 60% above the US average. Colorado is 21% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).