Augusta-Richmond County Fair Market Rent 2026
HUD Fair Market Rent data for the Augusta-Richmond County metropolitan area. Median household income: $41,678/year. Vacancy rate: 4.9%.
2BR FMR
$818/mo
Median Income
$41,678
Vacancy Rate
4.9%
Rent Burden
23.6%
Fair Market Rent by Bedroom Size
Affordability Analysis
Based on the 30% rule, a household earning the median income of $41,678/year can afford up to $1,042/mo in rent.
The 2BR FMR of $818/mo represents 23.6% of median income, which is within the 30% affordability threshold.
Rental Market Conditions
The vacancy rate of 4.9% in Augusta-Richmond County 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 Augusta-Richmond County?
The 2026 HUD FMR for a 2-bedroom in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area is $818/month. 1BR: $644, 3BR: $947.
What is the vacancy rate in Augusta-Richmond County?
The rental vacancy rate in Augusta-Richmond County is 4.9%. A rate below 5% typically indicates a tight rental market.
Is Augusta-Richmond County affordable for renters?
With a median income of $41,678 and 2BR rent at $818/mo, rent takes about 24% of income in Augusta-Richmond County.
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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