Covington 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 | $999/mo | $899 – $1,099/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,302/mo | $1,172 – $1,432/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Covington County, AL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Covington County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Covington County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- HA ANDALUSIA
145 Murphree Dr, Andalusia, AL, 36420 · 3342225871
- HA OPP
800 Barnes St, Opp, AL, 36467 · 3344939741
- Housing Authority of the City of Florala
22765 5th Ave, Florala, AL, 36442 · 3348586421
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Covington 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 Covington 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.
COVINGTON PARK
2205 HIGHWAY 84 WEST, OPP, AL, 36467-356449 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20194% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049HUMMINGBIRD LANDING
751 MOORE ROAD, ANDALUSIA, AL, 3642056 income-restricted units8 1BR, 48 2BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046SADDLE RIDGE APTS II
440 BRIDLE RIDGE LN, ANDALUSIA, AL, 3642048 income-restricted units40 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037SADDLE RIDGE APTS I
100 SADDLE RIDGE DR, ANDALUSIA, AL, 3642045 income-restricted units14 1BR, 31 2BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033
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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