Somerset County, MD
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 | $901/mo | $811 – $991/mo |
| 1 BR | $907/mo | $816 – $998/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,167/mo | $1,050 – $1,284/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,586/mo | $1,427 – $1,745/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,667/mo | $1,500 – $1,834/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Somerset County, MD (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Somerset County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Somerset County
- Housing Authority Of Crisfield
115 S 7th St, Crisfield, MD, 21817 · 4109680289
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Somerset 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 | $33,250 |
| 2 people | $38,000 |
| 3 people | $42,750 |
| 4 people | $47,500 |
| 5 people | $51,300 |
| 6 people | $55,100 |
| 7 people | $58,900 |
| 8 people | $62,700 |
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 Somerset 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.
RESIDENCES AT PINE KNOLL [PATH]
1090 VERMONT AVENUE, NW, WASHINGTON, MD, 21853120 income-restricted units60 2BR, 60 3BRBuilt 20229% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052RESERVE AT SOMERSET COMMONS, PH II
30520 HICKORY ROAD, PRINCESS ANNE, MD, 2185348 income-restricted units of 54 total5 1BR, 16 2BR, 21 3BR, 6 4BR+Built 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050RESERVES AT SOMERSET COMMONS (THE)
30520 HICKORY ROAD, PRINCESS ANNE, MD, 2185375 income-restricted units3 1BR, 36 2BR, 3 3BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046STEWART'S NECK APTS
30512 NUTTERS LN, PRINCESS ANNE, MD, 2185336 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2015Compliance through ~2045MID PINE ESTATES
30500 RIGGIN ST APT 31, PRINCESS ANNE, MD, 2185336 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2012Compliance through ~2042SOMERSET COMMONS
12374 SOMERSET AVE, PRINCESS ANNE, MD, 2185360 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040
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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