Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Lawrence County vs Illinois
How do Lawrence County and Illinois rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $721
- Lawrence County (1BR)
- $854
- Illinois (1BR)
- −16%
- 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 Lawrence County is 16% cheaper than Illinois at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($721 vs $854). 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 | Lawrence County | Illinois | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $652 | $774 | −$122 (-16%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $721 | $854 | −$133 (-16%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $946 | $1,063 | −$117 (-11%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,136 | $1,370 | −$234 (-17%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,253 | $1,561 | −$308 (-20%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Lawrence County is 25% below the US average. Illinois is 11% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).