Fair Market Rent
Efficiency
$822
1 Bedroom
$988
2 Bedroom
$1,177
3 Bedroom
$1,504
4 Bedroom
$1,974
Metro/FMR area: Watauga County, NC
Source: HUD Fair Market Rents, 2026. Monthly rent, per unit.
Drought Conditions
D1 — Moderate DroughtWeek of Tue Aug 18 2026. Source: U.S. Drought Monitor (NDMC/USDA/NOAA).
Disaster Declarations
- SEVERE WINTER STORMSat Jan 24 2026
- TROPICAL STORM HELENESat Sep 28 2024
- HURRICANE HELENEThu Sep 26 2024
Source: FEMA OpenFEMA.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom in Watauga County?
HUD's Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit in Watauga County is $1,177/month for 2026.
What is the Fair Market Rent for a 1-bedroom in Watauga County?
HUD's Fair Market Rent for a 1-bedroom unit in Watauga County is $988/month for 2026.