Dale 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 | $603/mo | $543 – $663/mo |
| 1 BR | $690/mo | $621 – $759/mo |
| 2 BR | $776/mo | $698 – $854/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,079/mo | $971 – $1,187/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,302/mo | $1,172 – $1,432/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Dale County, AL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Dale County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Dale County
This county is served by 4 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- HA MIDLAND CITY
111 Parker Dr, Midland City, AL, 36350 · 3345664495
- Housing Authority of the City of Daleville
101 Donnell Cir, Daleville, AL, 36322 · 3345988841
- Housing Authority of the City of Newton
134 Spring St, Newton, AL, 36352 · 3342993114
- HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OZARK
241 Ed Lisenby Dr, Ozark, AL, 36360 · 3347748210
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Dale 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 | $26,800 |
| 2 people | $30,600 |
| 3 people | $34,450 |
| 4 people | $38,250 |
| 5 people | $41,350 |
| 6 people | $44,400 |
| 7 people | $47,450 |
| 8 people | $50,500 |
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 Dale 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.
MAYFIELD WOODS
1177 HARRIS ROAD, OZARK, AL, 3636048 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20194% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049AVON SQUARE TOWNHOMES
494 STRATFORD DR, OZARK, AL, 3636056 income-restricted units47 2BR, 9 3BRBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043WOOD SPRINGS PLACE
16940 S US HWY 231, MIDLAND CITY, AL, 3635040 income-restricted units24 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039WOOD SPRINGS APTS
16940 S US HWY 231, MIDLAND CITY, AL, 3635056 income-restricted units16 1BR, 24 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035DEERFIELD APTS
56 DEERFIELD CT, DALEVILLE, AL, 3632242 income-restricted units24 2BR, 18 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029
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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