St. Mary Parish, LA
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 | $717/mo | $645 – $789/mo |
| 1 BR | $722/mo | $650 – $794/mo |
| 2 BR | $947/mo | $852 – $1,042/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,244/mo | $1,120 – $1,368/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,512/mo | $1,361 – $1,663/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — St. Mary Parish, LA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for St. Mary Parish. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving St. Mary Parish
This county is served by 4 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of the Town of Patterson
409 Grout St, Patterson, LA, 70392 · 9853953736
- Housing Authority of the Town of Berwick
2751 5th St, Berwick, LA, 70342 · 9853851546
- Housing Authority of the City of Morgan City
336 Wren St, Morgan City, LA, 70380 · 9853845118
- St. Mary Parish Council
Franklin, LA, 70538 · 9853840709
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in St. Mary Parish, 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 | $24,400 |
| 2 people | $27,850 |
| 3 people | $31,350 |
| 4 people | $34,800 |
| 5 people | $37,600 |
| 6 people | $40,400 |
| 7 people | $43,200 |
| 8 people | $45,950 |
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 St. Mary Parish
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.
- Elderly
MORGAN CITY AKA TIGER ISLAND SENIOR APARTMENTS
735 DAVID DRIVE, MORGAN CITY, LA, 70380-000044 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20234% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053 - Elderly
SPARROW GARDENS
771 DEFOREST BROWN LANE, FRANKLIN, LA, 70538-000030 income-restricted units2 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026
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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