Omaha-Council Bluffs Fair Market Rent 2026
HUD Fair Market Rent data for the Omaha-Council Bluffs metropolitan area. Median household income: $57,848/year. Vacancy rate: 4.6%.
2BR FMR
$932/mo
Median Income
$57,848
Vacancy Rate
4.6%
Rent Burden
19.3%
Fair Market Rent by Bedroom Size
Affordability Analysis
Based on the 30% rule, a household earning the median income of $57,848/year can afford up to $1,446/mo in rent.
The 2BR FMR of $932/mo represents 19.3% of median income, which is within the 30% affordability threshold.
Rental Market Conditions
The vacancy rate of 4.6% in Omaha-Council Bluffs indicates a tight rental market. Low vacancy means more competition for available units and potential upward pressure on rents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Omaha-Council Bluffs?
The 2026 HUD FMR for a 2-bedroom in the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro area is $932/month. 1BR: $751, 3BR: $1,157.
What is the vacancy rate in Omaha-Council Bluffs?
The rental vacancy rate in Omaha-Council Bluffs is 4.6%. A rate below 5% typically indicates a tight rental market.
Is Omaha-Council Bluffs affordable for renters?
With a median income of $57,848 and 2BR rent at $932/mo, rent takes about 19% of income in Omaha-Council Bluffs.
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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