Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Washington County vs Wisconsin
How do Washington County and Wisconsin rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,119
- Washington County (1BR)
- $872
- Wisconsin (1BR)
- +28%
- 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 28% more expensive than Wisconsin at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,119 vs $872). 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 | Wisconsin | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,027 | $797 | +$230 (+29%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,119 | $872 | +$247 (+28%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,338 | $1,097 | +$241 (+22%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,648 | $1,405 | +$243 (+17%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,784 | $1,572 | +$212 (+13%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Washington County is 17% above the US average. Wisconsin is 9% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).