Average Rent in Pickens, MS (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Pickens, MS is $900/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 2 ZIP codes. Rents have changed -0.5% year over year. Rents range from $840 to $960.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$900/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 2 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↓ -0.5%
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Pickens, MS is $900/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 2 ZIP codes. Rents have decreased 0.5% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Pickens is 25% below the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Pickens, MS ranges from $840 to $960 across 2 ZIP codes.
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a fair rent increase in Pickens, MS is approximately 0.5% for 2026. An increase above 0.5% 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 Pickens, MS?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Pickens, MS is $900/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 2 ZIP codes. Rents range from $840 to $960 depending on neighborhood — a $120/month spread. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $36,000/year.
Is rent going up in Pickens?
Rents in Pickens have decreased 0.5% 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 Pickens?
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a rent increase around 0.5% is in line with the Pickens 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 Pickens?
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 Pickens typically rents for $880 – $998.
Rents above $1,148 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Pickens typically rents for $900 – $1,004.
Rents above $1,155 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Pickens typically rents for $1,090 – $1,235.
Rents above $1,420 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Pickens typically rents for $1,370 – $1,496.
Rents above $1,720 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Pickens typically rents for $1,445 – $1,635.
Rents above $1,880 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Pickens
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$880
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$900
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$1,090
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$1,370
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$1,445
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Pickens
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SAFMR rates are zip-specific.
How Does Pickens Compare?
Questions about rent in Pickens
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Pickens, MS?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Pickens, MS is $900/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 2 ZIP codes in the city. This is 25% below the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $840 to $960 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Pickens?
A rent increase up to about 0.5% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Pickens. 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 $900/month.
Are rents going up or down in Pickens?
Rents in Pickens have decreased 0.5% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This reflects local market conditions across 2 ZIP codes in the Yazoo County, MS HUD Metro FMR Area area.
How much do rents vary across Pickens?
1-bedroom rents across Pickens range from $840 to $960 on this page, a $120/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 Pickens?
We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Pickens. 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 Pickens?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Pickens at $900/month, a household would need approximately $36,000/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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