Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Monroe County vs Florida
How do Monroe County and Florida rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $2,211
- Monroe County (1BR)
- $1,296
- Florida (1BR)
- +71%
- 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 Monroe County is 71% more expensive than Florida at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($2,211 vs $1,296). 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 | Monroe County | Florida | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,726 | $1,212 | +$514 (+42%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,211 | $1,296 | +$915 (+71%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,504 | $1,526 | +$978 (+64%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,303 | $1,971 | +$1332 (+68%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,315 | $2,261 | +$1054 (+47%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Monroe County is 131% above the US average. Florida is 35% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).