Alamosa County, CO
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 | $766/mo | $689 – $843/mo |
| 1 BR | $833/mo | $750 – $916/mo |
| 2 BR | $999/mo | $899 – $1,099/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,389/mo | $1,250 – $1,528/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,676/mo | $1,508 – $1,844/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Alamosa County, CO (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Alamosa County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Alamosa County
- Housing Authority of the City of Alamosa
213 Murphy Dr, Alamosa, CO, 81101 · 7195896694
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Alamosa 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 | $34,100 |
| 2 people | $39,000 |
| 3 people | $43,850 |
| 4 people | $48,700 |
| 5 people | $52,600 |
| 6 people | $56,500 |
| 7 people | $60,400 |
| 8 people | $64,300 |
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 Alamosa 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.
IRON HORSE
821 MAROON DR., ALAMOSA, CO, 8110140 income-restricted units of 41 total14 1BR, 21 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052COLORADO 7 MOUNT BLANCA VIEW
201 MARKET STREET, ALAMOSA, CO, 8110150 income-restricted units50 1BRBuilt 20199% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049CASITA DE LA LUNA APTS
1410 W 11TH ST, ALAMOSA, CO, 8110127 income-restricted units of 28 total20 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031CASITA DEL SOL APTS
1405 W 11TH ST, ALAMOSA, CO, 8110123 income-restricted units of 24 total16 2BR, 7 3BRBuilt 19989% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028
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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