Cape May County, NJ
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 | $1,320/mo | $1,188 – $1,452/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,366/mo | $1,229 – $1,503/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,792/mo | $1,613 – $1,971/mo |
| 3 BR | $2,396/mo | $2,156 – $2,636/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,405/mo | $2,165 – $2,646/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Cape May County, NJ (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Cape May County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Cape May County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Wildwood Housing Authority
3700 New Jersey Ave, Wildwood, NJ, 08260 · 8562656207
- Cape May Housing Authority
639 Lafayette St, Cape May, NJ, 08204 · 6098848703
- Ocean City Housing Authority
635 West Ave Ofc OFFICE, Ocean City, NJ, 08226 · 6093991062
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Cape May 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 | $40,550 |
| 2 people | $46,350 |
| 3 people | $52,150 |
| 4 people | $57,900 |
| 5 people | $62,550 |
| 6 people | $67,200 |
| 7 people | $71,800 |
| 8 people | $76,450 |
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 Cape May 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.
- Elderly
CONIFER VILLAGE AT RAILROAD AVENUE
8 RAILROAD AVE, CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NJ, 08210-182380 income-restricted units13 1BR, 40 2BR, 27 3BRBuilt 2015Compliance through ~2045 - Elderly0 income-restricted units of 79 totalBuilt 2015Compliance through ~2045
- Elderly
MARINA BAY TOWERS
608 NEW YORK AVENUE, NORTH WILDWOOD CITY, NJ, 08260141 income-restricted units141 1BRBuilt 2012Compliance through ~2042 - Elderly
MARINA BAY TOWERS #506
608 NEW YORK AVE # 610, NORTH WILDWOOD, NJ, 08260-28670 income-restricted units of 141 totalBuilt 2012Compliance through ~2042 - Elderly
CONIFER VILLAGE AT CAPE MAY
3805 BAYSHORE ROAD, CAPE MAY, NJ, 0802490 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2010Compliance through ~2040
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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