St. Clair 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 | $1,024/mo | $922 – $1,126/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,155/mo | $1,040 – $1,271/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,266/mo | $1,139 – $1,393/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,583/mo | $1,425 – $1,741/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,801/mo | $1,621 – $1,981/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — St. Clair County, AL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for St. Clair County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving St. Clair County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Ragland Housing Authority
406 8th St, Ragland, AL, 35131 · 2054722522
- Pell City Housing Authority
110 32nd St N, Pell City, AL, 35125 · 2053387012
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in St. Clair 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 | $36,450 |
| 2 people | $41,650 |
| 3 people | $46,850 |
| 4 people | $52,050 |
| 5 people | $56,250 |
| 6 people | $60,400 |
| 7 people | $64,550 |
| 8 people | $68,750 |
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 St. Clair 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.
PARKWOOD APARTMENTS
550 WOOD DR, PELL CITY, AL, 3512548 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20214% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051- 60 income-restricted units46 2BR, 14 3BRBuilt 2015Compliance through ~2045
- 72 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2012Compliance through ~2042
- 56 income-restricted units8 1BR, 48 2BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033
WOODCROFT APTS
3131 CARL MORGAN RD, MOODY, AL, 3500424 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 19984% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028BARRINGTON PARC APTS
6000 BARRINGTON PKWY, MOODY, AL, 3500496 income-restricted units48 2BR, 48 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027ASHLEY MANOR II
925 ASHLEY DR, MOODY, AL, 3500456 income-restricted units32 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 19934% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023FOX RUN APTS
124 FOX RUN DR, RAGLAND, AL, 3513124 income-restricted units20 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 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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