Marengo 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 | $582/mo | $524 – $640/mo |
| 1 BR | $693/mo | $624 – $762/mo |
| 2 BR | $783/mo | $705 – $861/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,018/mo | $916 – $1,120/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,187/mo | $1,068 – $1,306/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Marengo County, AL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Marengo County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Marengo 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 Linden
625 Adams Dr, Linden, AL, 36748 · 3342955544
- Housing Authority of the City of Demopolis, AL
808 E Pettus St, Demopolis, AL, 36732 · 3342891347
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Marengo 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 | $29,400 |
| 2 people | $33,600 |
| 3 people | $37,800 |
| 4 people | $41,950 |
| 5 people | $45,350 |
| 6 people | $48,700 |
| 7 people | $52,050 |
| 8 people | $55,400 |
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 Marengo 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.
EDGEMONT VILLAGE II
1407 VILLAGE DR, DEMOPOLIS, AL, 3673230 income-restricted units16 3BR, 14 4BR+Built 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038BUTLER COVE
201 SPRING DR, BUTLER, AL, 3690433 income-restricted units29 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037EDGEMONT VILLAGE I
1303 EDGEMONT DR, DEMOPOLIS, AL, 3673236 income-restricted units30 3BR, 6 4BR+Built 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037RIVERSIDE APTS
1800 HWY 43 S, DEMOPOLIS, AL, 3673240 income-restricted units32 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20074% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037QUAIL MEADOWS APTS
955 S FRONT AVE, DEMOPOLIS, AL, 3673240 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035CREEKWOOD APTS
601 E BOUNDARY ST, DEMOPOLIS, AL, 3673232 income-restricted units4 1BR, 20 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025CHICKASAW APTS II
100 CHICKASAW DR, LINDEN, AL, 3674814 income-restricted units14 1BRBuilt 19934% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023
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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