Section 8 Fair Market Rent (FMR) for ZIP 82730 - 2027

Location: Weston County, WY | Metro: Crook County, WY

Investment Score for ZIP 82730

N/A

Monthly Rent (2BR)

$1,060

Median Price (2BR)

$N/A

1% Rule

Annual Yield

Based on 1% Rule: A+ (≥1.5%) | A (≥1.2%) | B (≥1.0%) | C (≥0.8%) | D (≥0.6%) | F (<0.6%)

FY 2027 Fair Market Rent Rates

Unit Size	Monthly FMR
Studio	$810
1 Bedroom	$810
2 Bedrooms	$1,060
3 Bedrooms	$1,430
4 Bedrooms	$1,750
5 Bedrooms	$2,030
6 Bedrooms	$2,274
7 Bedrooms	$2,456
8 Bedrooms	$2,579

Investment Analysis by Bedroom Size

Zillow median home prices vs Section 8 FMR rates (Data: 2026-08-31)

Bedrooms	Monthly FMR	Median Price	1% Rule	Grade
3BR	$1,430	$328,402	0.44%	F

Demographics & Housing Statistics

U.S. Census Bureau data (2024)

Population

1,422

Median Household Income

$72,159

Housing Units

802

Renter Percentage

24.7%

Occupancy Rate

91.5%

Renter Occupied

181

The ZIP code 82730, located in Wyoming, is characterized by its rural setting and relatively low population density, which impacts the local real estate market dynamics. The area offers a mix of residential properties, including single-family homes and some multi-family units, catering to both homeowners and renters.

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for a two-bedroom apartment in the metro area for fiscal year 2026 is set at $1,150.
Market rent data is currently unavailable for this specific ZIP code.
The median home value in ZIP 82730 stands at $258,996, reflecting the overall affordability of the housing stock.
Renters make up 24.7% of the local housing market, indicating a significant portion of the population opts for rental properties.
The Days on Market (DOM) figure is not available, which could imply either a stable market or limited data.
The median household income in the area is $72,159, suggesting a moderate economic base that supports a range of housing options.

Given the data points above, investors looking to enter the ZIP 82730 real estate market should focus on properties that can command rents close to the FMR of $1,150 for a two-bedroom unit. The median home value indicates a price point that is accessible to many potential buyers, but the high percentage of renters suggests there's also demand for rental properties. Landlords should be prepared to offer competitive rental rates to attract tenants, while small-portfolio investors might consider a mix of investment types to diversify their holdings. The lack of recent market rent data and DOM figures leaves some uncertainty, but the moderate income levels suggest a steady demand for housing.

Data Sources: FMR data from HUD (2027). Median home prices from Zillow (2026-08-31). Demographics from U.S. Census (2024).

About FMR: Fair Market Rent (FMR) is used to determine payment standards for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program, initial renewal rents for some expiring project-based Section 8 contracts, and rent ceilings for HOME Investment Partnerships.