Walker 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 | $644/mo | $580 – $708/mo |
| 1 BR | $724/mo | $652 – $796/mo |
| 2 BR | $886/mo | $797 – $975/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,232/mo | $1,109 – $1,355/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,481/mo | $1,333 – $1,629/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Walker County, AL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Walker County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Walker County
This county is served by 6 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- WALKER COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY
2084 Horse Creek Blvd, Dora, AL, 35062 · 2056485963
- Sumiton Housing Authority
45 Oak Cir, Sumiton, AL, 35148 · 2056486910
- Housing Authority of the City of Jasper
1005 Highway 69 S, Jasper, AL, 35501 · 2053844864
- Housing Authority of the City of Carbon Hill
316 6th St NE, Carbon Hill, AL, 35549 · 2059244171
- HA CORDOVA
205 Stewart St, Cordova, AL, 35550 · 2054837454
- Housing Authority of the Town of Parrish
25 Bank St, Parrish, AL, 35580 · 2056867621
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Walker 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 | $27,350 |
| 2 people | $31,250 |
| 3 people | $35,150 |
| 4 people | $39,050 |
| 5 people | $42,200 |
| 6 people | $45,300 |
| 7 people | $48,450 |
| 8 people | $51,550 |
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 Walker 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.
OAKS APARTMENTS
363 WATER OAK STREET, OAKMAN, AL, 35579-320742 income-restricted units8 1BR, 24 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20154% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045VILLAGE AT BLACKWELL FARM
105 VILLAGE DR, JASPER, AL, 3550448 income-restricted units4 1BR, 44 2BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041HIGH FOREST APTS II
77 HIGH FOREST LN, JASPER, AL, 3550148 income-restricted units16 1BR, 30 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039HIGH FOREST APTS I
77 HIGH FOREST LN, JASPER, AL, 3550141 income-restricted units16 1BR, 17 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037MOUNTAINSIDE APTS
19 MOUNTAINSIDE CIR, JASPER, AL, 3550456 income-restricted units4 1BR, 42 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033FOREST RIDGE
106 FOREST RIDGE CIR, CARBON HILL, AL, 3554940 income-restricted units10 1BR, 20 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030WESTFORK APTS
1406 EIGHTH ST NW, JASPER, AL, 3550340 income-restricted units8 1BR, 24 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025
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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