Ogemaw County, MI
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 | $682/mo | $614 – $750/mo |
| 1 BR | $843/mo | $759 – $927/mo |
| 2 BR | $989/mo | $890 – $1,088/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,186/mo | $1,067 – $1,305/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,309/mo | $1,178 – $1,440/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Ogemaw County, MI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Ogemaw County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Finding the housing authority
We don't have a housing authority on file for Ogemaw County yet. Use the Housing Authority Finder with a local ZIP code to locate the agency that administers vouchers here.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Ogemaw 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 | $29,300 |
| 2 people | $33,450 |
| 3 people | $37,650 |
| 4 people | $41,800 |
| 5 people | $45,150 |
| 6 people | $48,500 |
| 7 people | $51,850 |
| 8 people | $55,200 |
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 Ogemaw 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.
HOUGHTON CREEK
519 E MAIN, ROSE CITY, MI, 48654-000016 income-restricted units16 1BRBuilt 20154% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045- Elderly
SOUTHSIDE APTS II
1845 S FIRST ST, WEST BRANCH, MI, 4866148 income-restricted units4 1BR, 24 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040 MAPLEWOOD MANOR
211 N VALLEY ST, WEST BRANCH, MI, 4866151 income-restricted units50 1BR, 1 2BRBuilt 20099% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039WILKENS CREEK APTS
500 E ROSE CITY RD, ROSE CITY, MI, 4865416 income-restricted units8 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20064% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036VICTORIAN TRAILS
232 S VALLEY ST, WEST BRANCH, MI, 4866132 income-restricted units of 36 total24 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036SOUTHSIDE APTS I
1845 S FIRST ST, WEST BRANCH, MI, 4866135 income-restricted units of 36 total20 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036WHITE BIRCH
350 STATE ST, WEST BRANCH, MI, 4866117 income-restricted units of 18 total4 1BR, 12 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027
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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