Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Mercer County vs Pennsylvania
How do Mercer County and Pennsylvania rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $792
- Mercer County (1BR)
- $996
- Pennsylvania (1BR)
- −20%
- 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 20% cheaper than Pennsylvania at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($792 vs $996). 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 | Pennsylvania | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $704 | $900 | −$196 (-22%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $792 | $996 | −$204 (-20%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $996 | $1,225 | −$229 (-19%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,385 | $1,570 | −$185 (-12%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,538 | $1,744 | −$206 (-12%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Mercer County is 17% below the US average. Pennsylvania is 4% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).