Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Ward County vs Cass County
How do Ward County and Cass County rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $960
- Ward County (1BR)
- $917
- Cass County (1BR)
- +5%
- 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 Ward County is 5% more expensive than Cass County at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($960 vs $917). 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 | Ward County | Cass County | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $806 | $768 | +$38 (+5%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $960 | $917 | +$43 (+5%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,165 | $1,112 | +$53 (+5%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,620 | $1,547 | +$73 (+5%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,954 | $1,865 | +$89 (+5%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Ward County is 0% above the US average. Cass County is 4% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).