Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Macomb County vs Michigan
How do Macomb County and Michigan rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,122
- Macomb County (1BR)
- $891
- Michigan (1BR)
- +26%
- 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 Macomb County is 26% more expensive than Michigan at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,122 vs $891). 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 | Macomb County | Michigan | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,009 | $807 | +$202 (+25%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,122 | $891 | +$231 (+26%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,411 | $1,113 | +$298 (+27%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,724 | $1,419 | +$305 (+21%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,868 | $1,588 | +$280 (+18%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Macomb County is 17% above the US average. Michigan is 7% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).