Lawrence, KS MSA
FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rents for the Lawrence, KS MSA metro area. Population: 119,094.
Fair Market Rents (2026)
Studio
National avg: $893
$895/mo
↑ 5.8% YoY
+0% vs US
1 Bedroom
National avg: $959
$1,006/mo
↑ 5.3% YoY
+5% vs US
2 Bedroom
National avg: $1,175
$1,182/mo
↑ 3.9% YoY
+1% vs US
3 Bedroom
National avg: $1,525
$1,644/mo
↑ 3.1% YoY
+8% vs US
4 Bedroom
National avg: $1,756
$1,983/mo
↑ 3.8% YoY
+13% vs US
Year-over-Year Comparison
| Bedrooms | FY 2025 | FY 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $846 | $895 | +$49 (+5.8%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $955 | $1,006 | +$51 (+5.3%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,138 | $1,182 | +$44 (+3.9%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,595 | $1,644 | +$49 (+3.1%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,911 | $1,983 | +$72 (+3.8%) |
Affordability Snapshot
Based on the standard that rent should not exceed 30% of gross income:
Required annual income for 1 BR
$40,240
$3,353/month gross
Required annual income for 2 BR
$47,280
$3,940/month gross
Data source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, FY 2026 Fair Market Rents. Fair Market Rents represent the 40th percentile of gross rents for standard quality units in each area.