Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Oxford County vs Maine
How do Oxford County and Maine rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $989
- Oxford County (1BR)
- $1,153
- Maine (1BR)
- −14%
- 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 Oxford County is 14% cheaper than Maine at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($989 vs $1,153). 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 | Oxford County | Maine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $893 | $1,080 | −$187 (-17%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $989 | $1,153 | −$164 (-14%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,295 | $1,448 | −$153 (-11%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,801 | $1,917 | −$116 (-6%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,172 | $2,133 | +$39 (+2%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Oxford County is 3% above the US average. Maine is 20% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).