Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Montgomery County vs Alabama
How do Montgomery County and Alabama rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $870
- Montgomery County (1BR)
- $772
- Alabama (1BR)
- +13%
- 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 Montgomery County is 13% more expensive than Alabama at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($870 vs $772). 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 | Montgomery County | Alabama | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $860 | $716 | +$144 (+20%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $870 | $772 | +$98 (+13%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,016 | $936 | +$80 (+9%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,304 | $1,206 | +$98 (+8%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,537 | $1,381 | +$156 (+11%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Montgomery County is 9% below the US average. Alabama is 19% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).