Cullman 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 | $666/mo | $599 – $733/mo |
| 1 BR | $670/mo | $603 – $737/mo |
| 2 BR | $879/mo | $791 – $967/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,137/mo | $1,023 – $1,251/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,381/mo | $1,243 – $1,519/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Cullman County, AL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Cullman County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Cullman County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- HA CULLMAN
408 Cleveland Ave SW, Cullman, AL, 35055 · 2567346171
- Housing Authority of the Town of Hanceville
819 Kiki Dr, Hanceville, AL, 35077 · 2563526600
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Cullman 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 | $29,050 |
| 2 people | $33,200 |
| 3 people | $37,350 |
| 4 people | $41,450 |
| 5 people | $44,800 |
| 6 people | $48,100 |
| 7 people | $51,400 |
| 8 people | $54,750 |
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 Cullman 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.
HANCEVILLE APARTMENTS
401 WHALEY AVE, HANCEVILLE, AL, 35077-501140 income-restricted units24 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20244% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054VILLAGE AT BRIDGE CREEK
861 COUNTY ROAD 1402, CULLMAN, AL, 3505856 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2021Compliance through ~2051SARA'S RIDGE APTS
1633 LEE AVE SW, CULLMAN, AL, 3505556 income-restricted units56 2BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037AUTUMNWOOD APTS
496 COLLEGE DR NE, HANCEVILLE, AL, 3507734 income-restricted units16 1BR, 18 2BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033CRESTWOOD APTS
500 COLLEGE DR NE, HANCEVILLE, AL, 3507732 income-restricted units16 1BR, 8 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028SUNSET POINT APTS
101 WARD AVE SW, CULLMAN, AL, 3505520 income-restricted units7 1BR, 7 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028CULLMAN VILLAGE APTS
107 WARD AVE SW, CULLMAN, AL, 3505540 income-restricted units10 1BR, 20 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 19944% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024HANCEVILLE MANOR APTS
403 WHALEY AVE NE, HANCEVILLE, AL, 3507716 income-restricted units12 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 19914% LIHTCCompliance through ~2021HANCEVILLE VILLAGE APTS
401 WHALEY AVE NE, HANCEVILLE, AL, 3507724 income-restricted units12 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 19914% LIHTCCompliance through ~2021
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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