Section 8 · GA
Section 8 rent — Houston County, GA (FY2026)
How much Section 8 pays toward rent in Houston County, GA, shown as HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent by bedroom count. The local housing authority sets its payment standard between 90% and 110% of this figure, so the actual voucher amount for a unit can be up to 10% above or below it.
Section 8 rent by bedroom
FY2026 Fair Market Rent in Houston County, GA, and the 90-110% payment standard band the local PHA can set for each bedroom count.
| Bedroom | FY2026 FMR | Payment standard (90-110%) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,106 | $995 – $1,217 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,221 | $1,099 – $1,343 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,362 | $1,226 – $1,498 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,821 | $1,639 – $2,003 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,148 | $1,933 – $2,363 |
At a glance
- 2-Bedroom FMR
- $1,362/mo
- Payment standard
- $1,226 – $1,498
- Effective
- FY2026
Frequently asked questions
What does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Houston County, GA?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom in Houston County is $1,362. The local PHA sets its payment standard between 90% and 110% of that figure, so the voucher can range from $1,226 to $1,498 before the tenant's own share.
How is the Section 8 payment standard set in Houston County?
Each public housing authority chooses a payment standard between 90% and 110% of the county FMR published by HUD. The PHA then pays payment standard minus the tenant's roughly 30% share, capped at the contract rent.
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