Average Rent in Bailey, MS (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Bailey, MS is $890/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents have changed -5.3% year over year. Rents range from $890 to $890.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$890/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 1 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↓ -5.3%
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Bailey, MS is $890/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 1 ZIP codes. Rents have decreased 5.3% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Bailey is 26% below the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Bailey, MS ranges from $890 to $890 across 1 ZIP codes.
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a fair rent increase in Bailey, MS is approximately 5.3% for 2026. An increase above 5.3% 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 Bailey, MS?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Bailey, MS is $890/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents across Bailey are relatively uniform, clustering around $890/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $35,600/year.
Is rent going up in Bailey?
Rents in Bailey have decreased 5.3% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. Declining rents may give renters leverage when negotiating renewals.
What is a fair rent increase in Bailey?
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a rent increase around 5.3% is in line with the Bailey 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 Bailey?
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 Bailey typically rents for $850 – $977.
Rents above $1,124 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Bailey typically rents for $890 – $1,023.
Rents above $1,176 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Bailey typically rents for $990 – $1,139.
Rents above $1,310 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Bailey typically rents for $1,320 – $1,518.
Rents above $1,746 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Bailey typically rents for $1,350 – $1,552.
Rents above $1,785 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Bailey
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$850
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$890
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$990
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$1,320
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$1,350
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Bailey
Click any zip code for detailed rent data including zip-specific SAFMR rates, nearby comparables, and a free rent increase check.
HUD publishes a single Fair Market Rent for the entire Lauderdale County, MS metro area. For zip-level variation, the tool uses additional data sources including real-time comparable listings and local market indices.
All zip codes in Bailey share the same county-level HUD Fair Market Rent ($890 for 1-BR). Click any zip for SAFMR-specific rates.
County-level FMR shown in city summary above.
How Does Bailey Compare?
Questions about rent in Bailey
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Bailey, MS?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Bailey, MS is $890/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 1 ZIP codes in the city. This is 26% below the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $890 to $890 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Bailey?
A rent increase up to about 5.3% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Bailey. 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 $890/month.
Are rents going up or down in Bailey?
Rents in Bailey have decreased 5.3% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This reflects local market conditions across 1 ZIP codes in the Lauderdale County, MS area.
How much do rents vary across Bailey?
1-bedroom rents across Bailey range from $890 to $890 on this page, a $0/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 Bailey?
We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Bailey. 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 Bailey?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Bailey at $890/month, a household would need approximately $35,600/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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