Bell County, KY
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 | $597/mo | $537 – $657/mo |
| 1 BR | $790/mo | $711 – $869/mo |
| 2 BR | $866/mo | $779 – $953/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,133/mo | $1,020 – $1,246/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,294/mo | $1,165 – $1,423/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Bell County, KY (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Bell County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Bell County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of Pineville
911 Alabama Ave, Pineville, KY, 40977 · 6063372900
- Housing Authority of Middlesborough
Middlesboro, KY, 40965 · 6062481940
- Pineville/Bell County Community Dev Agency
114 W Kentucky Ave, Pineville, KY, 40977 · 6063377074
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Bell 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 | $25,200 |
| 2 people | $28,800 |
| 3 people | $32,400 |
| 4 people | $35,950 |
| 5 people | $38,850 |
| 6 people | $41,750 |
| 7 people | $44,600 |
| 8 people | $47,500 |
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 Bell 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.
CUMBERLAND RIVER RHOAR CENTER
SE TECH PARK DRIVE, MIDDLESBORO, KY, 4096552 income-restricted units30 1BR, 12 2BR, 10 4BR+Built 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054CUMBERLAND VILLAGE OF MIDDLESBORO
CUMBERLAND VILLAGE ROAD, MIDDLESBORO, KY, 4096560 income-restricted units12 1BR, 32 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20154% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045WILDERNESS TRAIL MANOR
WILDERNESS TRAIL, PINEVILLE, KY, 40977123 income-restricted units123 1BRBuilt 20134% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043- Elderly
CUMBERLAND WOODS APARTMENTS
S. 13TH ST., MIDDLESBORO, KY, 4096540 income-restricted units40 1BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024
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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