Maryland Fair Market Rents 2026
HUD Fair Market Rent data for Maryland (MD). Average 1-bedroom rent: $1,146/mo. Average 2-bedroom rent: $1,417/mo.
Avg 1BR Rent
$1,146/mo
Avg 2BR Rent
$1,417/mo
Median Income
$76,809
Tenant Rights
7/10
Rent is Generally Affordable
At the median income of $76,809/year, the 30% rule suggests spending up to $1,920/mo on rent. The average 2BR rent of $1,417/mo is within this threshold.
Renter Statistics
36.7% of households in Maryland are renters.
Maryland Metro Areas
| Metro Area | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | Vacancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson | $829 | $1,006 | $1,227 | 3.6% |
Maryland Counties - Fair Market Rents
| County | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Income | Burden |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin County | $1,052 | $1,338 | $1,671 | $1,950 | $108,081 | 18.6% |
| Hill County | $1,309 | $1,546 | $1,969 | $2,282 | $126,590 | 18.7% |
| Clinton County | $1,337 | $1,585 | $1,906 | $2,372 | $101,000 | 22.6% |
| Pike County | $826 | $1,054 | $1,257 | $1,535 | $63,476 | 23.8% |
| Russell County | $887 | $1,093 | $1,377 | $1,695 | $81,314 | 20.3% |
| Washington County | $976 | $1,235 | $1,572 | $1,836 | $98,191 | 19.2% |
| Sharp County | $998 | $1,203 | $1,427 | $1,762 | $75,558 | 22.7% |
| Wells County | $765 | $911 | $1,118 | $1,369 | $72,306 | 18.6% |
| Hart County | $769 | $981 | $1,241 | $1,461 | $59,615 | 25.0% |
| Gordon County | $804 | $1,024 | $1,255 | $1,622 | $86,214 | 17.5% |
| Henry County | $776 | $928 | $1,167 | $1,379 | $62,794 | 22.3% |
| Nash County | $732 | $870 | $1,066 | $1,315 | $72,646 | 17.6% |
| Shelby County | $923 | $1,158 | $1,386 | $1,698 | $87,707 | 19.0% |
| Perry County | $667 | $832 | $998 | $1,208 | $62,792 | 19.1% |
| Davis County | $680 | $808 | $1,019 | $1,211 | $57,345 | 21.3% |
| Randolph County | $625 | $783 | $925 | $1,161 | $43,814 | 25.3% |
| Newton County | $703 | $880 | $1,042 | $1,344 | $59,956 | 20.9% |
| Cumberland County | $624 | $752 | $929 | $1,097 | $60,472 | 18.4% |
| Howard County | $633 | $780 | $950 | $1,207 | $59,876 | 19.0% |
| Jasper County | $825 | $1,000 | $1,210 | $1,486 | $61,643 | 23.6% |
| Wood County | $740 | $885 | $1,062 | $1,362 | $57,436 | 22.2% |
| Taylor County | $862 | $1,072 | $1,329 | $1,669 | $80,582 | 19.8% |
| Turner County | $677 | $854 | $1,056 | $1,291 | $49,735 | 25.5% |
| Hancock County | $703 | $881 | $1,052 | $1,398 | $58,159 | 21.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Maryland?
The 2026 statewide average rent in Maryland is $1,146/mo for a 1-bedroom and $1,417/mo for a 2-bedroom.
What percentage of people rent in Maryland?
Approximately 36.7% of households in Maryland are renters.
How strong are tenant rights in Maryland?
Maryland has a tenant rights score of 7/10. This indicates strong renter protections.