Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Fair Market Rent 2026
HUD Fair Market Rent data for the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metropolitan area. Median household income: $109,700/year. Vacancy rate: 5.2%.
2BR FMR
$1,576/mo
Median Income
$109,700
Vacancy Rate
5.2%
Rent Burden
17.2%
Fair Market Rent by Bedroom Size
Affordability Analysis
Based on the 30% rule, a household earning the median income of $109,700/year can afford up to $2,743/mo in rent.
The 2BR FMR of $1,576/mo represents 17.2% of median income, which is within the 30% affordability threshold.
Rental Market Conditions
The vacancy rate of 5.2% in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue indicates a moderate rental market. A balanced market with reasonable availability for renters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue?
The 2026 HUD FMR for a 2-bedroom in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area is $1,576/month. 1BR: $1,322, 3BR: $1,978.
What is the vacancy rate in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue?
The rental vacancy rate in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue is 5.2%. A rate below 5% typically indicates a tight rental market.
Is Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue affordable for renters?
With a median income of $109,700 and 2BR rent at $1,576/mo, rent takes about 17% of income in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue.
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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