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Fremont

Pop. 27,567·13th most expensive in Nebraska·Fremont rents are up 7.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,209/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.3%
Month-over-Month
-2.8%
vs US Median
-$753
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Fremont · $1,209
More affordable than 92% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
20% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,209/mo, rent takes about 20% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$48,000/yr
Local median income
$71,152/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Fremont's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$810
1 BR
$880
2 BR
$1,060
3 BR
$1,410
4 BR+
$1,560
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,060/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,209 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$14,508/yr
At $1,209/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.3% YoY, -2.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Fremont, NE is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
27,567
Median income
$71,152
Median age
37.5
Renters
38%
Age distribution
25.1%
21.9%
24%
17.8%
Under 1825.1%
18–3421.9%
35–5424%
55–6411.2%
65+17.8%
Gender
49.9%
50.1%
Male49.9%
Female50.1%
Race & ethnicity
79.4%
20.3%
White79.4%
Black0.6%
Hispanic20.3%
Education (25+)
12.7%
34.5%
30.9%
21.9%
No HS diploma12.7%
HS diploma34.5%
Some college30.9%
Bachelor's+21.9%
Housing tenure
62%
38%
Owner62%
Renter38%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Fremont, NE has changed in 5 years

Income
$57,551 → $71,152
up 23.6%
Population
27,245 → 27,567
up 1.2%
Renter share
41.1% → 38%
-3.1 pts
Bachelor's+
19.5% → 21.9%
+2.4 pts

Household income in the area moved from $57,551 to $71,152 across the same window, up 23.6% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 27,245 to 27,567 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.2% change. About 38% of households rent today, against 41.1% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 19.5% to 21.9%.

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Fremont rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Fremont, NE

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Fremont is $1,209/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $810/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,060/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $880/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,410/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($71,152/yr), Fremont ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fremont an affordable city for renters?

Fremont is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,209/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($71,152/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fremont falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Fremont?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $48,000/year (~$23/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,209/mo in Fremont. The local median household income is $71,152/yr, meaning the typical Fremont household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fremont?

Rent in Fremont has increased 7.3% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Fremont rent compare to other cities in Nebraska?

Fremont is one of the more affordable cities in Nebraska for rent, ranking #13 out of 14 tracked cities at $1,209/mo.

What percentage of Fremont residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38% of Fremont households are renters, while 62% are owner-occupied. Fremont leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Fremont rent compare to the national average?

Fremont's median rent of $1,209/mo is $753 (38%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Nebraska, it ranks #13 out of 14 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
20%
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At $1,209/mo, rent takes ~20% of Fremont's median household income ($71,152/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax2.46–5.84%
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