Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Mason County vs Michigan
How do Mason County and Michigan rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $816
- Mason County (1BR)
- $891
- Michigan (1BR)
- −8%
- 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 Mason County is 8% cheaper than Michigan at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($816 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 | Mason County | Michigan | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $726 | $807 | −$81 (-10%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $816 | $891 | −$75 (-8%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,026 | $1,113 | −$87 (-8%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,366 | $1,419 | −$53 (-4%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,374 | $1,588 | −$214 (-13%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Mason County is 15% below 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).