Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Fair Market Rent 2026
HUD Fair Market Rent data for the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton metropolitan area. Median household income: $67,414/year. Vacancy rate: 5.5%.
2BR FMR
$1,244/mo
Median Income
$67,414
Vacancy Rate
5.5%
Rent Burden
22.1%
Fair Market Rent by Bedroom Size
Affordability Analysis
Based on the 30% rule, a household earning the median income of $67,414/year can afford up to $1,685/mo in rent.
The 2BR FMR of $1,244/mo represents 22.1% of median income, which is within the 30% affordability threshold.
Rental Market Conditions
The vacancy rate of 5.5% in Hilton Head Island-Bluffton indicates a moderate rental market. A balanced market with reasonable availability for renters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Hilton Head Island-Bluffton?
The 2026 HUD FMR for a 2-bedroom in the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton metro area is $1,244/month. 1BR: $997, 3BR: $1,524.
What is the vacancy rate in Hilton Head Island-Bluffton?
The rental vacancy rate in Hilton Head Island-Bluffton is 5.5%. A rate below 5% typically indicates a tight rental market.
Is Hilton Head Island-Bluffton affordable for renters?
With a median income of $67,414 and 2BR rent at $1,244/mo, rent takes about 22% of income in Hilton Head Island-Bluffton.
Compare with Other Metro Areas
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara
2BR: $2,412/mo
New York-Newark-Jersey City
2BR: $2,293/mo
San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley
2BR: $2,200/mo
Honolulu
2BR: $1,937/mo
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim
2BR: $1,888/mo
San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad
2BR: $1,856/mo
Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura
2BR: $1,761/mo
Santa Cruz-Watsonville
2BR: $1,760/mo
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