Compare Fair Market Rents — FY2026

Benton County, IA HUD Metro FMR Area

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Ames, IA MSA

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Bedroom Benton County, IA HUD Me... Ames, IA MSA
Studio $659 $972
1-Bedroom $729 $1,026
2-Bedroom $956 $1,153
3-Bedroom $1,209 $1,601
4-Bedroom $1,348 $1,934

Income Limits & Affordability

Metric Benton County, IA HUD Me... Ames, IA MSA
Area Median Income (4p) $113,100 $122,400
50% AMI Limit (4p) $56,550 $61,200
Income needed for 2BR FMR (30% rule) $38,240 $46,120
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