Blaine County, ID
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 | $1,103/mo | $993 – $1,213/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,219/mo | $1,097 – $1,341/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,600/mo | $1,440 – $1,760/mo |
| 3 BR | $2,101/mo | $1,891 – $2,311/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,401/mo | $2,161 – $2,641/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Blaine County, ID (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Blaine County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Finding the housing authority
We don't have a housing authority on file for Blaine County yet. Use the Housing Authority Finder with a local ZIP code to locate the agency that administers vouchers here.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Blaine 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 | $38,000 |
| 2 people | $43,400 |
| 3 people | $48,850 |
| 4 people | $54,250 |
| 5 people | $58,600 |
| 6 people | $62,950 |
| 7 people | $67,300 |
| 8 people | $71,650 |
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 Blaine 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.
RIVER STREET
731 NORTH RIVER STREET, HAILEY, ID, 8333323 income-restricted units of 24 total14 1BR, 10 2BRBuilt 20124% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042NORTHWOOD PLACE
101 PARK CIRCLE, KETCHUM, ID, 8334031 income-restricted units12 1BR, 14 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040BALMORAL II
851 SHENANDOAH DRIVE, HAILEY, ID, 8333371 income-restricted units of 72 total36 2BR, 36 3BRBuilt 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033- 118 income-restricted units of 120 total36 1BR, 60 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031
SUNNYSIDE
620 WILLOW DRIVE, HAILEY, ID, 8333326 income-restricted units of 27 total8 1BR, 16 2BR, 3 3BRBuilt 19939% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023SUNNYSIDE II
1661 WOODSIDE BOULEVARD, HAILEY, ID, 8333322 income-restricted units6 1BR, 14 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 19939% 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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