Lansing-East Lansing Fair Market Rent 2026
HUD Fair Market Rent data for the Lansing-East Lansing metropolitan area. Median household income: $43,668/year. Vacancy rate: 5.6%.
2BR FMR
$837/mo
Median Income
$43,668
Vacancy Rate
5.6%
Rent Burden
23.0%
Fair Market Rent by Bedroom Size
Affordability Analysis
Based on the 30% rule, a household earning the median income of $43,668/year can afford up to $1,092/mo in rent.
The 2BR FMR of $837/mo represents 23.0% of median income, which is within the 30% affordability threshold.
Rental Market Conditions
The vacancy rate of 5.6% in Lansing-East Lansing indicates a moderate rental market. A balanced market with reasonable availability for renters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Lansing-East Lansing?
The 2026 HUD FMR for a 2-bedroom in the Lansing-East Lansing metro area is $837/month. 1BR: $685, 3BR: $1,018.
What is the vacancy rate in Lansing-East Lansing?
The rental vacancy rate in Lansing-East Lansing is 5.6%. A rate below 5% typically indicates a tight rental market.
Is Lansing-East Lansing affordable for renters?
With a median income of $43,668 and 2BR rent at $837/mo, rent takes about 23% of income in Lansing-East Lansing.
Compare with Other Metro Areas
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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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