Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Madison County vs Tennessee
How do Madison County and Tennessee rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $960
- Madison County (1BR)
- $924
- Tennessee (1BR)
- +4%
- 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 4% more expensive than Tennessee at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($960 vs $924). 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 | Tennessee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $869 | $882 | −$13 (-1%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $960 | $924 | +$36 (+4%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,260 | $1,118 | +$142 (+13%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,677 | $1,445 | +$232 (+16%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,758 | $1,644 | +$114 (+7%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Madison County is 0% above the US average. Tennessee is 4% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).