Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Maricopa County vs Arizona
How do Maricopa County and Arizona rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,583
- Maricopa County (1BR)
- $1,151
- Arizona (1BR)
- +38%
- 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 Maricopa County is 38% more expensive than Arizona at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,583 vs $1,151). 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 | Maricopa County | Arizona | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,457 | $1,053 | +$404 (+38%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,583 | $1,151 | +$432 (+38%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,839 | $1,419 | +$420 (+30%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,452 | $1,889 | +$563 (+30%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,720 | $2,158 | +$562 (+26%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Maricopa County is 65% above the US average. Arizona is 20% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).