Talbot 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 | $1,201/mo | $1,081 – $1,321/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,282/mo | $1,154 – $1,410/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,409/mo | $1,268 – $1,550/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,960/mo | $1,764 – $2,156/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,364/mo | $2,128 – $2,600/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Talbot County, MD (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Talbot County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Talbot County
- Housing Commission of Talbot
900 Doverbrook St, Easton, MD, 21601 · 4108225358
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Talbot 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 | $41,150 |
| 2 people | $47,000 |
| 3 people | $52,900 |
| 4 people | $58,750 |
| 5 people | $63,450 |
| 6 people | $68,150 |
| 7 people | $72,850 |
| 8 people | $77,550 |
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 Talbot 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.
DOVERBROOK APARTMENTS
705 DOVER ROAD, EASTON, MD, 2160164 income-restricted units5 1BR, 23 2BR, 31 3BR, 5 4BR+Built 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054GALLOWAY MEADOWS
29418 MATTHEWSTOWN ROAD, EASTON, MD, 2160159 income-restricted units12 1BR, 40 2BR, 19 3BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048RIVERWOODS AT ST MICHAELS
109 MITCHELL ST, ST MICHAELS, MD, 2166339 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2014Compliance through ~2044MULBERRY HILLS
1020 N WASHINGTON ST, EASTON, MD, 21601128 income-restricted units92 1BR, 36 2BRBuilt 20139% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043MAGNOLIA MEADOWS
7080 LAUREN LN, EASTON, MD, 2160198 income-restricted units of 99 totalBuilt 2004Compliance through ~2034MAGNOLIA MEADOWS APTS
7080 LAUREN LN APT 1001, EASTON, MD, 2160198 income-restricted units of 97 totalBuilt 2004Compliance through ~2034MAGNOLIA MEADOWS ASSOC LP
7080 LAUREN LN APT 1001, EASTON, MD, 21601107 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2004Compliance through ~2034PARK VIEW AT EASTON
640 MECKLENBURG AVE, EASTON, MD, 2160179 income-restricted units of 80 total73 1BR, 7 2BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028
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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