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Cost by state

Annual repair and maintenance cost per rental unit by state (2026)

Typical yearly spend on repairs and routine upkeep for one long-term rental unit, not counting major capital replacements such as a roof or a full HVAC system. It varies widely with property age, climate, local labor rates and how much work the landlord does personally, so treat this as a planning band rather than a benchmark.

Reviewed for 2026, updated September 8, 2026.

$1,000
Typical low, national
$4,000
Typical high, national
50
States covered

How to read these ranges

Each state page applies a hedged local index to the national typical range, then explains the local factors that move the number: climate and seasonality, labor market, permits and taxes, and any incentives. Use the free calculators to turn a range into a figure for your project.