Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Mercer County vs Cass County
How do Mercer County and Cass County rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $881
- Mercer County (1BR)
- $917
- Cass County (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 Mercer County is 4% cheaper than Cass County at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($881 vs $917). 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 | Mercer County | Cass County | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $875 | $768 | +$107 (+14%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $881 | $917 | −$36 (-4%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,156 | $1,112 | +$44 (+4%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,386 | $1,547 | −$161 (-10%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,531 | $1,865 | −$334 (-18%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Mercer County is 8% below the US average. Cass County is 4% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).