Pickens 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 | $588/mo | $529 – $647/mo |
| 1 BR | $591/mo | $532 – $650/mo |
| 2 BR | $776/mo | $698 – $854/mo |
| 3 BR | $994/mo | $895 – $1,093/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,290/mo | $1,161 – $1,419/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Pickens County, AL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Pickens County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Pickens County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- GORDO HOUSING AUTHORITY
140 2nd Ave NE, Gordo, AL, 35466 · 2053647114
- Housing Authority of the City of Aliceville
851 Franconia Rd NE, Aliceville, AL, 35442 · 2053738333
- Housing Authority of Reform
510 5th Ct NW, Reform, AL, 35481 · 2053756360
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Pickens 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 Pickens 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.
SUMMER PLACE APARTMENTS
956 REFORM STREET #100, CARROLLTON UNINCORPORATED, AL, 3544724 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20224% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052ALICEVILLE ESTATES
328 COLONIAL DR, ALICEVILLE, AL, 3544232 income-restricted units26 3BR, 6 4BR+Built 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036TURTLE CREEK APTS
202 BALL ST, REFORM, AL, 3548156 income-restricted units56 2BRBuilt 20064% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036SANDPIPER APTS
100 SANDPIPER ST, CARROLLTON, AL, 3544752 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BR, 28 3BRBuilt 20034% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033WEST RIDGE APTS
347 INDUSTRIAL PARK ST, GORDO, AL, 3546626 income-restricted units2 1BR, 16 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033CARROLLTON MANOR APTS
560 SANDERS ST, CARROLLTON, AL, 3544750 income-restricted units22 1BR, 12 2BR, 12 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 19944% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024REFORM MANOR APTS
569 MANOR CIR, REFORM, AL, 3548124 income-restricted units20 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 19944% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024WEST HILL SQUARE APTS
25770 HWY 82, GORDO, AL, 3546624 income-restricted units20 1BR, 4 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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