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Carter County, KY Fair Market Rent

2026 HUD Fair Market Rents for Carter County, KY. Population: 71,439. Median household income: $42,711/year.

Fair Market Rent by Bedroom Size

Studio$434/mo
1 Bedroom$527/mo
2 Bedroom$669/mo
3 Bedroom$785/mo
4 Bedroom$903/mo

Rent Affordability Analysis

Median Income

$42,711/yr

Affordable Rent (30% Rule)

$1,068/mo

Rent Burden

18.8%

Income Needed to Rent

Unit SizeMonthly FMRAnnual RentIncome Needed (30% Rule)
Studio$434$5,208$17,360/yr
1 Bedroom$527$6,324$21,080/yr
2 Bedroom$669$8,028$26,760/yr
3 Bedroom$785$9,420$31,400/yr
4 Bedroom$903$10,836$36,120/yr

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fair market rent in Carter County, KY?

The 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom in Carter County is $669/month. Studio: $434, 1BR: $527, 3BR: $785, 4BR: $903.

What is the rent burden in Carter County?

Rent burden in Carter County is 18.8% of median household income ($42,711/year). The HUD considers 30% or more cost-burdened.

How much income do you need to rent in Carter County?

To afford a 2-bedroom at $669/month using the 30% rule, you need an annual income of at least $26,760.

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