Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Washington County vs Ohio
How do Washington County and Ohio rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $760
- Washington County (1BR)
- $873
- Ohio (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 Washington County is 13% cheaper than Ohio at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($760 vs $873). 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 | Washington County | Ohio | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $756 | $816 | −$60 (-7%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $760 | $873 | −$113 (-13%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $973 | $1,092 | −$119 (-11%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,313 | $1,388 | −$75 (-5%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,449 | $1,550 | −$101 (-7%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Washington County is 21% below the US average. Ohio is 9% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).