Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Wayne County vs Mississippi
How do Wayne County and Mississippi rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $713
- Wayne County (1BR)
- $782
- Mississippi (1BR)
- −9%
- 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 Wayne County is 9% cheaper than Mississippi at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($713 vs $782). 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 | Wayne County | Mississippi | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $708 | $751 | −$43 (-6%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $713 | $782 | −$69 (-9%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $842 | $924 | −$82 (-9%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,098 | $1,177 | −$79 (-7%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,118 | $1,295 | −$177 (-14%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Wayne County is 26% below the US average. Mississippi is 18% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).