Blacksburg-Christiansburg vs Great Falls
Fair Market Rent Comparison — HUD 2025 Data
Quick Answer
Great Falls is 10% cheaper for renters. A 2-bedroom rents for $791/mo vs $870/mo in Blacksburg-Christiansburg — saving $948/year.
Rent by Unit Size
| Unit Size | Blacksburg-Christiansburg | Great Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $575 | $519 | $56 |
| 1 Bedroom | $717 | $625 | $92 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $870 | $791 | $79 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,046 | $997 | $49 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,260 | $1,047 | $213 |
| Median Income | $54,976 | $41,522 | $13,454 |
Blacksburg-Christiansburg
- Studio
- $575/mo
- 1 BR
- $717/mo
- 2 BR
- $870/mo
- 3 BR
- $1,046/mo
- 4 BR
- $1,260/mo
- Median Income
- $54,976/yr
Great Falls
- Studio
- $519/mo
- 1 BR
- $625/mo
- 2 BR
- $791/mo
- 3 BR
- $997/mo
- 4 BR
- $1,047/mo
- Median Income
- $41,522/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Blacksburg-Christiansburg or Great Falls cheaper to rent in?
Great Falls is cheaper — a 2-bedroom Fair Market Rent is $791/mo vs $870/mo in Blacksburg-Christiansburg. That's $79/mo or $948/year more expensive in Blacksburg-Christiansburg (10% higher).
What is the 2-bedroom rent in Blacksburg-Christiansburg vs Great Falls?
The HUD Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom in Blacksburg-Christiansburg is $870/month. In Great Falls, a 2-bedroom FMR is $791/month.
How do incomes compare between Blacksburg-Christiansburg and Great Falls?
The median household income in Blacksburg-Christiansburg is $54,976/year. In Great Falls it is $41,522/year. Blacksburg-Christiansburg has the higher median income.
What is the studio rent in Blacksburg-Christiansburg vs Great Falls?
A studio apartment Fair Market Rent in Blacksburg-Christiansburg is $575/mo. In Great Falls it is $519/mo.