Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Madison County vs Florida
How do Madison County and Florida rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $969
- Madison County (1BR)
- $1,296
- Florida (1BR)
- −25%
- 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 Madison County is 25% cheaper than Florida at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($969 vs $1,296). 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 | Madison County | Florida | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $873 | $1,212 | −$339 (-28%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $969 | $1,296 | −$327 (-25%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,086 | $1,526 | −$440 (-29%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,400 | $1,971 | −$571 (-29%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,543 | $2,261 | −$718 (-32%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Madison County is 1% above the US average. Florida is 35% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).