Jefferson County, IL
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 | $777/mo | $699 – $855/mo |
| 1 BR | $782/mo | $704 – $860/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,026/mo | $923 – $1,129/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,248/mo | $1,123 – $1,373/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,365/mo | $1,229 – $1,502/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Jefferson County, IL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Jefferson County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Jefferson County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of Mt. Vernon, Illinois
619 Broadway St, Mount Vernon, IL, 62864 · 6182446275
- Housing Authority of Jefferson County
109 Shiloh Dr, Mount Vernon, IL, 62864 · 6182445910
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Jefferson 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 | $31,400 |
| 2 people | $35,900 |
| 3 people | $40,400 |
| 4 people | $44,850 |
| 5 people | $48,450 |
| 6 people | $52,050 |
| 7 people | $55,650 |
| 8 people | $59,250 |
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 Jefferson 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.
MT VERNON SENIOR BUILDING
4260 HERITAGE AVE, MT VERNON, IL, 6286450 income-restricted units46 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038CEDAR POINTE
1900 S TENTH ST, MT VERNON, IL, 6286442 income-restricted units21 3BR, 21 4BR+Built 20054% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035COLLEGE OAKES PARK
1023 LAMAR AVE, MT VERNON, IL, 6286450 income-restricted units30 3BR, 20 4BR+Built 20014% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031
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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