Lamar County, MS
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 | $766/mo | $689 – $843/mo |
| 1 BR | $888/mo | $799 – $977/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,047/mo | $942 – $1,152/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,348/mo | $1,213 – $1,483/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,386/mo | $1,247 – $1,525/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Lamar County, MS (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Lamar 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 Lamar 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 Lamar 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 | $27,950 |
| 2 people | $31,950 |
| 3 people | $35,950 |
| 4 people | $39,900 |
| 5 people | $43,100 |
| 6 people | $46,300 |
| 7 people | $49,500 |
| 8 people | $52,700 |
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 Lamar 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.
REGENCY PLACE APARTMENTS
135 PRESTON STREET, SUMRALL, MS, 39482-000024 income-restricted units4 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 20219% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051PINEVIEW II APARTMENTS
589 HWY 589 BOX 47, PURVIS, MS, 39475-000039 income-restricted units of 40 total30 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20199% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049AZALEA GARDENS (LUMBERTON)
900 CAMP ST, LUMBERTON, MS48 income-restricted units48 2BRBuilt 20139% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043CAMPBELL APTS
1240 BEVERLY HILLS RD, HATTIESBURG, MS, 3940130 income-restricted units4 1BR, 16 2BR, 8 3BR, 2 4BR+Built 20079% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037WOODCHASE APTS
203 N TENTH ST, LUMBERTON, MS, 3945527 income-restricted units of 28 total24 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025GREENTREE APTS
297 N TENTH ST, LUMBERTON, MS, 3945528 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 19919% LIHTCCompliance through ~2021
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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