Wilson 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 | $789/mo | $710 – $868/mo |
| 1 BR | $794/mo | $715 – $873/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,025/mo | $923 – $1,128/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,307/mo | $1,176 – $1,438/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,541/mo | $1,387 – $1,695/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Wilson County, NC (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Wilson County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Wilson County
- Housing Authority of the City of Wilson
301 Nash St E, Wilson, NC, 27893 · 2522912245
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Wilson 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 | $29,400 |
| 2 people | $33,600 |
| 3 people | $37,800 |
| 4 people | $42,000 |
| 5 people | $45,400 |
| 6 people | $48,750 |
| 7 people | $52,100 |
| 8 people | $55,450 |
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 Wilson 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.
ARBOR VILLAGE
3324 HERITAGE DRIVE W, WILSON, NC, 2789384 income-restricted units48 1BR, 36 2BRBuilt 2024Compliance through ~2054CLAIRMONT PLACE
3702 ASHBROOK DR NW, WILSON, NC, 2789672 income-restricted units12 1BR, 36 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049RAVENSWOOD APARTMENTS
3721 ASHBROOK DR NW, WILSON, NC, 2789672 income-restricted units20 1BR, 52 2BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045CRESCENT GARDENS APARTMENTS
1602 KINCAID AVENUE, WILSON, NC, 27893100 income-restricted units60 1BR, 19 2BR, 10 3BR, 11 4BR+Built 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044SPRINGBROOK APARTMENTS
2002 CRESCENT DRIVE, WILSON, NC, 2789338 income-restricted units12 1BR, 18 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041WESLEY LANDING
1720 LIPSCOMB ROAD E BUILDING A, WILSON, NC, 2789356 income-restricted units24 2BR, 32 3BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041COTTAGES AT GLENDALE
400 PIKE STREET, WILSON, NC, 2789440 income-restricted units8 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040GLENDALE WOODS
401 PIKE STREET BOX 38, WILSON, NC, 2789336 income-restricted units28 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039SOMERSET COURT APTS
1714 LIPSCOMB ROAD, WILSON, NC, 2789348 income-restricted units32 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039KENLY COURT APARTMENTS
6022 NORTH WHITLEY DRIVE, KENLY, NC, 2754248 income-restricted units8 1BR, 36 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20084% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038BEACON POINTE
1901 LIPSCOMB RD E, WILSON, NC, 27894104 income-restricted units16 1BR, 40 2BR, 46 3BR, 2 4BR+Built 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036SUTTON PLACE APTS
2303 SUTTON PLACE NW OFFICE BLDG 700, WILSON, NC, 27869-126448 income-restricted units32 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036MORGANS RIDGE II
3301 BOYETTE ROAD, WILSON, NC, 2789424 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034MORGANS RIDGE APTS
3311 BOYETTE DRIVE, WILSON, NC, 2789348 income-restricted units32 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031SUMMER PLACE APTS
1700 BLOCK OF LIPSCOMB ROAD, WILSON, NC, 2789348 income-restricted units16 2BR, 32 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031WOODFIELD SUBDIVISION: LOT 2, SECTION 4
1826 E TRAIL DR SE, WILSON, NC, 278931 income-restricted unit1 3BRBuilt 19944% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024WOODFIELD SUBDIVISION: LOT 7, SECTION 4
1805 RUFFLELEAF CIR SE, WILSON, NC, 278931 income-restricted unit1 3BRBuilt 19944% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024WOODFIELD SUBDIVISION: LOT 1, SECTION 4
1824 E TRAIL DR SE, WILSON, NC, 278931 income-restricted unit1 3BRBuilt 19944% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024LANE WOODS: LOT #5
1609 PECAN CT N, WILSON, NC, 278934 income-restricted units4 1BRBuilt 19924% LIHTCCompliance through ~2022WOODFIELD SUBDIVISION: LOT 7, SECTION 3
1820 E TRAIL DR SE, WILSON, NC, 278931 income-restricted unit1 3BRBuilt 19924% LIHTCCompliance through ~2022
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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