Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Montgomery County vs Virginia
How do Montgomery County and Virginia rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $993
- Montgomery County (1BR)
- $1,182
- Virginia (1BR)
- −16%
- 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 16% cheaper than Virginia at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($993 vs $1,182). 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 | Virginia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $910 | $1,137 | −$227 (-20%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $993 | $1,182 | −$189 (-16%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,271 | $1,369 | −$98 (-7%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,706 | $1,789 | −$83 (-5%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,132 | $2,128 | +$4 (+0%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Montgomery County is 4% above the US average. Virginia is 23% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).