Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown Fair Market Rent 2026
HUD Fair Market Rent data for the Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown metropolitan area. Median household income: $84,490/year. Vacancy rate: 4.8%.
2BR FMR
$1,299/mo
Median Income
$84,490
Vacancy Rate
4.8%
Rent Burden
18.4%
Fair Market Rent by Bedroom Size
Affordability Analysis
Based on the 30% rule, a household earning the median income of $84,490/year can afford up to $2,112/mo in rent.
The 2BR FMR of $1,299/mo represents 18.4% of median income, which is within the 30% affordability threshold.
Rental Market Conditions
The vacancy rate of 4.8% in Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown 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 Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown?
The 2026 HUD FMR for a 2-bedroom in the Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown metro area is $1,299/month. 1BR: $1,086, 3BR: $1,588.
What is the vacancy rate in Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown?
The rental vacancy rate in Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown is 4.8%. A rate below 5% typically indicates a tight rental market.
Is Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown affordable for renters?
With a median income of $84,490 and 2BR rent at $1,299/mo, rent takes about 18% of income in Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown.
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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