Grant County, NM
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 | $795/mo | $716 – $875/mo |
| 1 BR | $801/mo | $721 – $881/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,048/mo | $943 – $1,153/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,304/mo | $1,174 – $1,434/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,388/mo | $1,249 – $1,527/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Grant County, NM (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Grant County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Grant County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of the Town of Bayard
100 Runnels Dr, Bayard, NM, 88023 · 5755372296
- Western Regional Housing Authority
2545 N Silver St, Silver City, NM, 88061 · 5753881974
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Grant 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 | $26,050 |
| 2 people | $29,800 |
| 3 people | $33,500 |
| 4 people | $37,200 |
| 5 people | $40,200 |
| 6 people | $43,200 |
| 7 people | $46,150 |
| 8 people | $49,150 |
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 Grant 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.
MOUNTAIN VIEW SENIOR APARTMENTS
1600 16TH STREET, SILVER CITY, NM, 8806169 income-restricted units58 1BR, 11 2BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049CASA LINDA APTS
100 E 17TH ST, SILVER CITY, NM, 8806140 income-restricted units of 41 totalBuilt 20099% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039- 50 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036
SILVER CLIFFS APTS
1414 LITTLE WALNUT RD, SILVER CITY, NM, 8806180 income-restricted units16 1BR, 48 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030VALLEY VIEW APTS
2080 MEMORY LN, SILVER CITY, NM, 8806118 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025
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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