Ben Hill County, GA
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 | $788/mo | $709 – $867/mo |
| 1 BR | $793/mo | $714 – $872/mo |
| 2 BR | $973/mo | $876 – $1,070/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,167/mo | $1,050 – $1,284/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,395/mo | $1,256 – $1,535/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Ben Hill County, GA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Ben Hill County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Ben Hill County
- Housing Authority of the City of Fitzgerald
314 S Sherman St, Fitzgerald, GA, 31750 · 2294233755
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Ben Hill 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 | $26,950 |
| 2 people | $30,800 |
| 3 people | $34,650 |
| 4 people | $38,500 |
| 5 people | $41,600 |
| 6 people | $44,700 |
| 7 people | $47,750 |
| 8 people | $50,850 |
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 Ben Hill 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.
VILLAGE OF BEN HILL
216 DEWEY MCGLAMY RD, FITZGERALD, GA, 3175080 income-restricted units16 1BR, 40 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048THE VILLAGE OF BEN HILL
224 DEWEY MCGLAMRY RD, FITZGERALD, GA, 31750-81090 income-restricted units of 50 totalBuilt 2018Compliance through ~2048- Elderly
BRIDGECREEK APARTMENTS
173 BOWENS MILL HWY, FITZGERALD, GA, 31750-78590 income-restricted units of 71 totalBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038 - Elderly
MERRIMAC APARTMENTS
1000 N MERRIMAC DRIVE EXT, FITZGERALD, GA, 31750-80540 income-restricted units of 50 totalBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038 - Elderly
MULBERRY COURT
154 JACK ALLEN RD W, FITZGERALD, GA, 31750-96740 income-restricted units of 48 totalBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038 - Elderly54 income-restricted units of 60 total8 1BR, 26 2BR, 26 3BRBuilt 2004Compliance through ~2034
- Elderly
COLONY SQUARE
808 N MERRIMAC DR, FITZGERALD, GA, 31750-151524 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1992Compliance through ~2022
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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