Surry County, NC
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 | $700/mo | $630 – $770/mo |
| 1 BR | $705/mo | $635 – $776/mo |
| 2 BR | $925/mo | $833 – $1,018/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,109/mo | $998 – $1,220/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,406/mo | $1,265 – $1,547/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Surry County, NC (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Surry County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Surry County
- Housing Authority of the Town of Mount Airy
505 Jeffries St, Mount Airy, NC, 27030 · 3367868321
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Surry 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 | $27,450 |
| 2 people | $31,350 |
| 3 people | $35,250 |
| 4 people | $39,150 |
| 5 people | $42,300 |
| 6 people | $45,450 |
| 7 people | $48,550 |
| 8 people | $51,700 |
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 Surry 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.
ELKIN RIDGE APARTMENTS
200 PGW DRIVE, ELKIN, NC, 2862166 income-restricted units10 1BR, 38 2BR, 18 3BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051JASPER POINTE APARTMENTS
100 JASPER POINTE CIRCLE, MOUNT AIRY, NC, 2703060 income-restricted units6 1BR, 30 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048WOODLAND BLUFF
121 WOODLAND DR, ELKIN, NC, 2862148 income-restricted units27 2BR, 21 3BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047WHISTLER'S COVE
129 WHISTLER'S COVE CT, MT AIRY, NC, 2703060 income-restricted units27 1BR, 33 2BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046COOPER TERRACE
259 PGW DRIVE, ELKIN, NC, 28621-892256 income-restricted units8 1BR, 32 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045EDGEWOOD PLACE
1510 EDGEWOOD DRIVE, MOUNT AIRY, NC, 27030-520056 income-restricted units40 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044GLOBE TOBACCO LOFTS
838 S MAIN STREET, MT AIRY, NC, 2703034 income-restricted units of 43 total13 1BR, 25 2BR, 5 3BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037CHATHAM WOODS
230 HAWTHORNE STREET, ELKIN, NC, 2862130 income-restricted units18 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033GARDEN TERRACE APTS
100 GARDEN TERRACE, MOUNT AIRY, NC, 2703036 income-restricted units36 1BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024MAPLE RIDGE APTS
900 JOHNSON RIDGE ROAD, ELKIN, NC, 2862138 income-restricted units37 1BR, 1 2BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024SHAMROCK TERRACE APTS
200 HAMBY ROAD, DOBSON, NC, 2701732 income-restricted units32 1BRBuilt 19939% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023
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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