Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Washington County, Rhode Island
Washington County has a HUD fair market rent of $1,832–$1,879 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $1,327 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $35.23–$36.13 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,832–$1,879
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- HUD sets it by area: from the lowest to the highest of the 2 areas in Washington County.
- Typical rent
- $1,327
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 1% less than in Rhode Island
- Wage needed
- $35.23–$36.13
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $73,280–$75,160 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 51%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 7% more than in Rhode Island
Only here
Renting in Washington County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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Of the 5 counties in Rhode Island, Washington County has the highest homeownership rate: 78%.
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Washington County has the largest share of rent-burdened renters of the 5 counties in Rhode Island: 51%.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Washington County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
HUD splits this county into 2 areas with different fair market rents: for 2 bedrooms they run from $1,832 to $1,879. The table is for Providence-Fall River, RI-MA HUD Metro FMR Area, the area where most people live; below you see every area with its towns. Includes basic utilities.
According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in Washington County was $2,460 a month in September 2026: 5.4% more than 12 months ago. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,423 | $27.37 | $56,920 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,509 | $29.02 | $60,360 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,879 | $36.13 | $75,160 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,302 | $44.27 | $92,080 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,615 | $50.29 | $104,600 |
HUD area: Providence-Fall River, RI-MA HUD Metro FMR Area. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
Fair market rent by HUD area in Washington County
HUD splits this county into 2 areas, each with its own fair market rent. Find your town in its area's list; the housing agency tells you which one it uses for your voucher.
| HUD area | Studio | 1 bd | 2 bd | 3 bd | 4 bd | Hourly wage, 2 bd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Providence-Fall River, RI-MA HUD Metro FMR Area The area where most people live 6 towns in this areaCharlestown town, Exeter town, Narragansett town, North Kingstown town, Richmond town, South Kingstown town | $1,423 | $1,509 | $1,879 | $2,302 | $2,615 | $36.13 |
Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI HUD Metro FMR Area 3 towns in this areaHopkinton town, New Shoreham town, Westerly town | $1,391 | $1,400 | $1,832 | $2,325 | $2,758 | $35.23 |
HUD fair market rent by area and size, per month, Fiscal year 2027. The wage is what full-time work must pay to rent 2 bedrooms without spending more than 30% of income. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027 Source: Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 25 ZIP codes in Washington County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,560 in 02808 to $2,490 in 02882.
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 02804 | Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI | $1,500 | $1,510 | $1,980 | $2,510 | $2,980 |
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| 02807 | Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI | $1,510 | $1,520 | $1,990 | $2,530 | $3,000 |
| 02808 | Providence-Fall River, RI-MA | $1,220 | $1,270 | $1,560 | $1,940 | $2,300 |
| 02808 | Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI | $1,220 | $1,270 | $1,560 | $1,940 | $2,300 |
| 02812 | Providence-Fall River, RI-MA | $1,500 | $1,590 | $1,980 | $2,430 | $2,760 |
| 02813 | Providence-Fall River, RI-MA | $1,510 | $1,610 | $2,000 | $2,450 | $2,780 |
| 02822 | Providence-Fall River, RI-MA | $1,500 | $1,600 | $1,980 | $2,400 | $2,820 |
| 02832 | Providence-Fall River, RI-MA | $1,330 | $1,360 | $1,760 | $2,210 | $2,600 |
| 02832 | Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI | $1,330 | $1,360 | $1,760 | $2,210 | $2,600 |
| 02833 | Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI | $1,420 | $1,440 | $1,880 | $2,370 | $2,810 |
| 02836 | Providence-Fall River, RI-MA | $1,510 | $1,610 | $2,000 | $2,450 | $2,810 |
| 02852 | Providence-Fall River, RI-MA | $1,450 | $1,540 | $1,920 | $2,350 | $2,670 |
| 02873 | Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI | $1,310 | $1,320 | $1,660 | $2,090 | $2,390 |
| 02874 | Providence-Fall River, RI-MA | $1,490 | $1,580 | $1,970 | $2,410 | $2,740 |
| 02875 | Providence-Fall River, RI-MA | $1,500 | $1,590 | $1,980 | $2,430 | $2,800 |
| 02879 | Providence-Fall River, RI-MA | $1,500 | $1,590 | $1,980 | $2,430 | $2,760 |
| 02881 | Providence-Fall River, RI-MA | $1,470 | $1,560 | $1,940 | $2,380 | $2,700 |
| 02882 | Providence-Fall River, RI-MA | $1,890 | $2,000 | $2,490 | $3,050 | $3,470 |
| 02891 | Providence-Fall River, RI-MA | $1,440 | $1,440 | $1,890 | $2,400 | $2,840 |
| 02891 | Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI | $1,440 | $1,440 | $1,890 | $2,400 | $2,840 |
| 02892 | Providence-Fall River, RI-MA | $1,560 | $1,660 | $2,050 | $2,470 | $2,940 |
| 02894 | Providence-Fall River, RI-MA | $1,430 | $1,500 | $1,890 | $2,350 | $2,710 |
| 02894 | Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI | $1,430 | $1,500 | $1,890 | $2,350 | $2,710 |
| 02898 | Providence-Fall River, RI-MA | $1,360 | $1,420 | $1,770 | $2,160 | $2,520 |
| 02898 | Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI | $1,360 | $1,420 | $1,770 | $2,160 | $2,520 |
- 02804 · Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI $1,980$2,510
- 02807 · Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI $1,990$2,530
- 02808 · Providence-Fall River, RI-MA $1,560$1,940
- 02808 · Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI $1,560$1,940
- 02812 · Providence-Fall River, RI-MA $1,980$2,430
- 02813 · Providence-Fall River, RI-MA $2,000$2,450
- 02822 · Providence-Fall River, RI-MA $1,980$2,400
- 02832 · Providence-Fall River, RI-MA $1,760$2,210
- 02832 · Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI $1,760$2,210
- 02833 · Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI $1,880$2,370
- 02836 · Providence-Fall River, RI-MA $2,000$2,450
- 02852 · Providence-Fall River, RI-MA $1,920$2,350
- 02873 · Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI $1,660$2,090
- 02874 · Providence-Fall River, RI-MA $1,970$2,410
- 02875 · Providence-Fall River, RI-MA $1,980$2,430
- 02879 · Providence-Fall River, RI-MA $1,980$2,430
- 02881 · Providence-Fall River, RI-MA $1,940$2,380
- 02882 · Providence-Fall River, RI-MA $2,490$3,050
- 02891 · Providence-Fall River, RI-MA $1,890$2,400
- 02891 · Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI $1,890$2,400
- 02892 · Providence-Fall River, RI-MA $2,050$2,470
- 02894 · Providence-Fall River, RI-MA $1,890$2,350
- 02894 · Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI $1,890$2,350
- 02898 · Providence-Fall River, RI-MA $1,770$2,160
- 02898 · Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI $1,770$2,160
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Washington County, 51% of renter households are in that position; in Rhode Island, 48%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
51%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
11,807 households rent in Washington County
- Spend half or more of their income 28%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 23%
- Spend less than 30% 49%
Compared with the state and the country
- Washington 51%
- Rhode Island 48%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Washington County
HUD lists 44 properties with homes for low-income households in Washington County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 18
- HUD-assisted
- 23
- public housing
- 3
3,248 homes in all; 3,114 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Heritage Village Apartments HUD-assisted 24 Union Dr, North Kingstown 02852 204 low-income homes · For families · (401) 884-9368
- Heritage Villages Phases I & II Tax credit (LIHTC) 552 Devils Foot Rd, North Kingstown 204 homes, 199 low-income · 1 bd: 119 · 2 bd: 68 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2008 · For older adults, people with disabilities, families
- Beachwinds Apartments HUD-assisted 29 S Pier Rd, Narragansett 02882 152 low-income homes · For older adults · (401) 789-5804
- Babcock Village HUD-assisted 122 Cross St, Westerly 02891 151 homes, 150 low-income · For older adults · (401) 596-7574
- Babcock Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 122 Cross St, Westerly 150 low-income homes · 1 bd: 135 · 2 bd: 15 · In service since 1998 · For older adults
- Kings Grant Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1 State St, North Kingstown 156 homes, 139 low-income · 1 bd: 61 · 2 bd: 95 · In service since 2013 · For families
- Wickford Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 24 Dayton Ct, North Kingstown 129 low-income homes · 1 bd: 70 · 2 bd: 27 · 3 bd: 32 · In service since 2006 · For older adults, people with disabilities, families
- Wickford Village HUD-assisted 59 Lenox Ct, North Kingstown 02852 129 homes, 124 low-income · For families · (401) 295-8813
- Park View Public housing 5 Chestnut St, Westerly 02891 123 low-income homes · Run by Town of Westerly Housing Authority · Average payment: $555 a month · Average wait: 45 months · (401) 596-4918
- Merchants Village HUD-assisted 25 Clark St, Westerly 02891 116 homes, 115 low-income · For older adults · (401) 596-9754
- Indian Run Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 681 Kingstown Rd, Wakefield 115 low-income homes · 1 bd: 100 · 2 bd: 15 · In service since 2010
- Indian Run Vil HUD-assisted 681 Kingstown Rd, Wakefield 02879 115 homes, 114 low-income · For older adults
- New Canonchet Cliffs Tax credit (LIHTC) 825 Main St, Hope Valley 114 low-income homes · Studio: 15 · 1 bd: 99 · In service since 2008 · For older adults
- New Canonchet Cliffs HUD-assisted 825 Main St, Hope Valley 02832 114 low-income homes · For older adults · (401) 539-7490
- Essex Village HUD-assisted 12 Fischer Dr, North Kingstown 02852 109 homes, 108 low-income · For older adults
- Kings Grant HUD-assisted 12 Fischer Dr, North Kingstown 02852 156 homes, 104 low-income · For families · (401) 884-1801
- Peace Dale House HUD-assisted 1221 Saugatucket Rd, Peace Dale 02879 100 homes, 99 low-income · For older adults · (401) 789-5359
- Essex Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 26 Fischer Dr, North Kingstown 108 homes, 96 low-income · 1 bd: 25 · 2 bd: 83 · In service since 2013 · For older adults
- Fournier/Champagne Public housing 364 Curtis Corner Rd, Wakefield 02879 70 low-income homes · Run by South Kingstown Housing Authority · Average payment: $738 a month · Average wait: 11 months · (401) 783-0126
- Kingstown Crossings I Tax credit (LIHTC) 5 McConnell Ct, North Kingstown 58 low-income homes · 3 bd: 48 · 4 bd: 10 · In service since 2011 · For families, people experiencing homelessness
- Beachwood Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 30 Kingstown Rd, Narragansett 56 low-income homes · 1 bd: 52 · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 2004 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Saugatucket Springs Apartments HUD-assisted 15 Townhouse Rd, Hopkinton 02833 53 homes, 52 low-income · For older adults
- La Casa Apartments HUD-assisted 80 Samuel Rodman St, South Kingstown 02879 49 low-income homes · For older adults · (401) 941-2900
- South Winds Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 29 S Pier Rd, Narragansett 48 low-income homes · 1 bd: 42 · 2 bd: 6 · In service since 2004 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Meadowbrook Tax credit (LIHTC) 75 Meadowbrook Way, Peace Dale 47 low-income homes · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 30 · In service since 1997 · For families
- Kingstown Crossings II Tax credit (LIHTC) 30 Navy Dr, North Kingstown 46 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 22 · 3 bd: 10 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2013 · For families, people experiencing homelessness
- Shannock Falls Tax credit (LIHTC) Shannock Road, Charlestown 43 low-income homes · 1 bd: 3 · 2 bd: 16 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2020 · For families
- North Cove Landing Tax credit (LIHTC) 73 N Cove Cir, North Kingstown 38 low-income homes · 2 bd: 32 · 3 bd: 6
- Water's Edge Tax credit (LIHTC) 130 Caswell St, Narragansett 32 low-income homes · Studio: 8 · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 6 · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 2006 · For families
- Waters Edge Apartments HUD-assisted 130 Caswell St, Narragansett 02882 32 low-income homes · For families
- Fieldstone Apts HUD-assisted 125 Knowlesway Ext, Narragansett 02882 24 low-income homes · For families
- Canonchet Cliffs III Tax credit (LIHTC) 807 Main St, Hope Valley 23 low-income homes · 1 bd: 15 · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 1992
- Belleville House HUD-assisted 404 Tower Hill Rd, North Kingstown 02852 20 low-income homes · For older adults
- Rodman Commons HUD-assisted 80 Samuel Rodman St, South Kingstown 02879 20 low-income homes · For older adults
- Cove Tax credit (LIHTC) 95 Huling Rd, North Kingstown 18 low-income homes · Studio: 1 · 1 bd: 7 · 2 bd: 7 · 3 bd: 3 · In service since 1993 · For families
- Belleville House II HUD-assisted 404 Tower Hill Rd, North Kingstown 02852 16 homes, 15 low-income · For older adults
- Meadowbrook II Tax credit (LIHTC) 37 Wyndham Way, Peace Dale 12 low-income homes · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 2001 · For families
- Shore Courts HUD-assisted 7211 Post Rd, North Kingstown 02852 11 homes, 10 low-income · For people with disabilities · (401) 294-1195
- Bayberry Courts HUD-assisted 1838 Kingstown Rd, South Kingstown 02879 10 low-income homes · For people with disabilities
- Pierce Street Apartments HUD-assisted 54 Pierce St, Westerly 02891 10 low-income homes · For people with disabilities
- Westerly Court HUD-assisted 65 Beach St, Westerly 02891 10 low-income homes · For people with disabilities
- Narragansett Ha Public housing 48 Kingstown Rd, Narragansett 02882 9 low-income homes · Run by Narragansett Housing Authority · Homes at several sites · (401) 789-9489
- WARM Supportive Homes HUD-assisted 54 Spruce St, Westerly 02891 8 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (401) 334-2802, ext. 20
- Langford Estates HUD-assisted 10 Langford Blvd, N Kingstown 02852 40 homes, 5 low-income · (401) 334-2802
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Washington County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 3 agencies serve in Washington County. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $23,600 | $39,250 | $62,800 |
| 2 people | $26,950 | $44,850 | $71,800 |
| 3 people | $30,300 | $50,450 | $80,750 |
| 4 people | $33,650 | $56,050 | $89,700 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $60,550 | $96,900 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $65,050 | $104,100 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $69,550 | $111,250 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $74,000 | $118,450 |
Area median income: $112,100. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Providence-Fall River, RI-MA HUD Metro FMR Area. Where a single figure is needed, we use Providence-Fall River, RI-MA HUD Metro FMR Area, the area where most people live. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Income limits by HUD area in Washington County
HUD splits this county into 2 areas, each with its own limits. These are for 4 people; find your town in its area's list. The agency tells you which one is yours.
| HUD area | Median income | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low (80%) |
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Providence-Fall River, RI-MA HUD Metro FMR Area The area where most people live 6 towns in this areaCharlestown town, Exeter town, Narragansett town, North Kingstown town, Richmond town, South Kingstown town | $112,100 | $33,650 | $56,050 | $89,700 |
Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI HUD Metro FMR Area 3 towns in this areaHopkinton town, New Shoreham town, Westerly town | $129,000 | $38,700 | $64,500 | $103,200 |
HUD income limits by area for 4 people, per year, Fiscal year 2026. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026 Source: Income Limits (HUD) Fiscal year 2026 Income Limits (HUD) (external site)
HUD sets fair market rents by area inside this county, so the 90% to 110% range depends on your area. Your agency publishes its payment standard.
Housing agencies that serve this place
- Town of Westerly Housing Authority Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 198 vouchers · 123 public housing units (401) 596-4918 Town of Westerly Housing Authority: landrew@westerlyha.org
- South Kingstown Housing Authority Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 142 vouchers · 70 public housing units (401) 783-0126 South Kingstown Housing Authority: llc@skhousing.org
- Narragansett Housing Authority Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 186 vouchers · 9 public housing units (401) 789-9489 Narragansett Housing Authority: Cheryl@nha-housing.com
Housing agencies in Rhode Island Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in Rhode Island
What Rhode Island law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- How much can they charge for a deposit?
- Up to 1 month of rent
- R.I. Gen. Laws §34-18-19(a)
- When must they return my deposit?
- 20 days
- R.I. Gen. Laws §34-18-19(b)
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 5 days
- R.I. Gen. Laws §34-18-35(a)
- How much notice before a rent increase?
- 60 or 120 days, depending on the case
- R.I. Gen. Laws §34-18-16.1(a)-(b)
- Only a court order can remove youR.I. Gen. Laws §34-18-44
- Protection from retaliationR.I. Gen. Laws §34-18-46(a)-(b)
- Protection related to immigration statusR.I. Gen. Laws §34-18-62
Help
Where to get help with rent in Washington County
These are the nearest HUD-approved agencies. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Providence Housing Authority
50 Laurel Hill Ave, Providence · 30 miles away · Spanish
Also serves in American Sign Language (ASL) and Portuguese.
- Budget and credit workshops
- Workshops for new owners
- and 2 more
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West Elmwood Housing Development Corporation
224 Dexter St, Providence · 30 miles away · Spanish
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and financial counseling
- and 6 more
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Rhode Island Housing Help Center
44 Washington St, Providence · 31 miles away · Spanish
- Mortgage delinquency and default
Tool
How much cash do you need to move in?
It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in Washington County. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.
Count power on top of the rent: in Rhode Island, the average home bill was $162 a month in 2024 (EIA). See electricity and gas costs
Your move
We use the place's fair market rent and the state's deposit rule.
Adjust advanced details
Let's do the math
Cash to move in
$3,758
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $1,879
- Security deposit
- $1,879
- Total
- $3,758
When you'll have it
Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.
What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
- On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
- Never send money for a home you haven't seen or a lease you haven't read.
This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Washington County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $1,391–$1,423; 1 bedroom: $1,400–$1,509; 2 bedrooms: $1,832–$1,879; 3 bedrooms: $2,302–$2,325; 4 bedrooms: $2,615–$2,758. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD sets it by area within this county: the figure runs from the lowest area to the highest.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Washington County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($1,832–$1,879) without spending more than 30% of income takes $35.23–$36.13 an hour full time, or $73,280–$75,160 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Washington County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $56,050–$64,500 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Washington County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,560 in 02808 to $2,490 in 02882. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in Washington County?
HUD lists 44 properties with homes for low-income households in Washington County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Washington County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Washington County, 51% of renter households are in that position; in Rhode Island, 48%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).