Average Rent in Knox County, ME (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Knox County, ME is $1,515/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 2 ZIP codes. Rents have changed +29.7% year over year. Rents range from $1,270 to $1,760.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$1,515/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 2 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↑ +29.7%
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent
⚠ This figure may reflect limited data rather than actual market movement.
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Knox County, ME is $1,515/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 2 ZIP codes. Rents have increased 29.7% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Knox County is 27% above the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Knox County, ME ranges from $1,270 to $1,760 across 2 ZIP codes.
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a fair rent increase in Knox County, ME is approximately 29.7% for 2026. An increase above 29.7% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated October 2025.
Market trend data is limited for this area. The analysis below uses federal rent benchmarks.
How much is rent in Knox County, ME?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Knox County, ME is $1,515/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 2 ZIP codes. Rents range from $1,270 to $1,760 depending on neighborhood — a $490/month spread. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $60,600/year.
Is rent going up in Knox County?
Rents in Knox County have increased 29.7% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This is a notably high rate of increase, indicating strong upward rent pressure in Knox County.
What is a fair rent increase in Knox County?
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a rent increase around 29.7% is in line with the Knox County market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.
What Should Rent Cost in Knox County?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in Knox County typically rents for $1,460 – $1,679.
Rents above $1,931 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Knox County typically rents for $1,515 – $1,742.
Rents above $2,003 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Knox County typically rents for $1,820 – $2,093.
Rents above $2,407 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Knox County typically rents for $2,300 – $2,645.
Rents above $3,042 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Knox County typically rents for $2,490 – $2,864.
Rents above $3,294 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Knox County
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$1,460
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$1,515
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$1,820
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$2,300
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$2,490
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Knox County
Click any zip code for detailed rent data including zip-specific SAFMR rates, nearby comparables, and a free rent increase check.
SAFMR rates are zip-specific.
How Does Knox County Compare?
Questions about rent in Knox County
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Knox County, ME?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Knox County, ME is $1,515/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 2 ZIP codes in the city. This is 27% above the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $1,270 to $1,760 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Knox County?
A rent increase up to about 29.7% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Knox County. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals. The current average 1-BR rent is $1,515/month.
Are rents going up or down in Knox County?
Rents in Knox County have increased 29.7% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This reflects local market conditions across 2 ZIP codes in the Knox County, ME area.
How much do rents vary across Knox County?
1-bedroom rents across Knox County range from $1,270 to $1,760 on this page, a $490/month spread. This shows that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in housing stock and demand.
Can my landlord raise my rent in Knox County?
We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Knox County. Landlords must still follow applicable state and local notice rules before raising rent at lease renewal. Requirements vary — check your state's landlord-tenant statute for specifics on notice periods and timing.
How much should I spend on rent in Knox County?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Knox County at $1,515/month, a household would need approximately $60,600/year in gross income to afford this comfortably. Many renters in high-cost areas spend above this threshold — our free tool can help you assess whether your specific rent is fair for your ZIP code.
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