San Diego Fair Market Rent Prices by Zip Code

Fair Market Rents in San Diego County

Fair Market Rents are estimates of the 40th percentile gross rents (including utilities) for standard-quality rental units within a specific geographic area. They are calculated annually by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and are used to determine payment standards for various housing assistance programs.

FMRs provide a reliable rent baseline. When comparing listings, you can check whether a price is in line with typical rates in the San Diego area. If a listing is way above the FMR, it might be overpriced. Using FMR as a guide, you can identify housing options that fall within or below these thresholds. This is especially useful if you're trying to keep rent costs manageable or split costs with roommates. FMR includes utility costs, which makes it easier to plan your full monthly housing budget, not just rent.