Clay County, AL
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $576/mo | $518 – $634/mo |
| 1 BR | $591/mo | $532 – $650/mo |
| 2 BR | $776/mo | $698 – $854/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,024/mo | $922 – $1,126/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,027/mo | $924 – $1,130/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Clay County, AL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Clay County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Clay County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of the Town of Ashland
128 1st St N, Ashland, AL, 36251 · 2563542661
- LINEVILLE HOUSING AUTHORITY
Lineville, AL, 36266 · 2563965421
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Clay County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $26,000 |
| 2 people | $29,700 |
| 3 people | $33,400 |
| 4 people | $37,100 |
| 5 people | $40,100 |
| 6 people | $43,050 |
| 7 people | $46,050 |
| 8 people | $49,000 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Clay County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
TIMBERLAKE APTS
60 MCCRARY ST, LINEVILLE, AL, 3626636 income-restricted units8 1BR, 18 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033REGENCY APTS
75 W COLLEGE ST, LINEVILLE, AL, 3626640 income-restricted units10 1BR, 20 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028PARKVIEW APTS
491 E COLLEGE ST, LINEVILLE, AL, 3626624 income-restricted units22 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 19944% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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