Escambia 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 | $675/mo | $608 – $743/mo |
| 2 BR | $776/mo | $698 – $854/mo |
| 3 BR | $972/mo | $875 – $1,069/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,203/mo | $1,083 – $1,323/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Escambia County, AL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Escambia County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Escambia 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 City of Brewton
201 Washington Cir, Brewton, AL, 36426 · 2518675247
- HA ATMORE
415 Bragg St, Atmore, AL, 36502 · 2513688442
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Escambia 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 Escambia 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.
ATMORE SENIOR VILLAGE
1100 MCRAE STREET, ATMORE, AL, 3650250 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2021Compliance through ~2051WYNNCHASE APTS
100 HARRISON AVE, EAST BREWTON, AL, 3642653 income-restricted units30 2BR, 23 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035BREWINGTON POINTE APTS
312 SCOTT ST, BREWTON, AL, 3642648 income-restricted units8 1BR, 24 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029THE PINES APTS II
298 JACK SPRINGS RD, ATMORE, AL, 3650224 income-restricted units8 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029SUMMER CHASE APTS
739 WILLIAMSON ST, EAST BREWTON, AL, 3642640 income-restricted units4 1BR, 26 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027OAKWOOD VILLA APTS
201 NEAL ST, EAST BREWTON, AL, 3642624 income-restricted units20 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 19964% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026PINES APTS I
298 JACK SPRINGS RD, ATMORE, AL, 3650232 income-restricted units24 1BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026HIDDEN VALLEY APTS
90 FLEMING LN, BREWTON, AL, 3642640 income-restricted units32 1BR, 8 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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