Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Waldo County vs Maine
How do Waldo County and Maine rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,163
- Waldo County (1BR)
- $1,153
- Maine (1BR)
- +1%
- 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 Waldo County is 1% more expensive than Maine at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,163 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 | Waldo County | Maine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,156 | $1,080 | +$76 (+7%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,163 | $1,153 | +$10 (+1%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,438 | $1,448 | −$10 (-1%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,865 | $1,917 | −$52 (-3%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,025 | $2,133 | −$108 (-5%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Waldo County is 21% 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).