Luna 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 | $671/mo | $604 – $738/mo |
| 1 BR | $783/mo | $705 – $861/mo |
| 2 BR | $973/mo | $876 – $1,070/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,280/mo | $1,152 – $1,408/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,528/mo | $1,375 – $1,681/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Luna County, NM (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Luna 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 Luna 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 Luna 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 | $25,550 |
| 2 people | $29,200 |
| 3 people | $32,850 |
| 4 people | $36,450 |
| 5 people | $39,400 |
| 6 people | $42,300 |
| 7 people | $45,200 |
| 8 people | $48,150 |
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 Luna 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.
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DEMING MANOR
1000 S ZINC ST, DEMING, NM, 8803051 income-restricted units of 52 total16 1BR, 20 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20049% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034 DESERT SUN APTS II
1101 EIGHTH ST NW, DEMING, NM, 8803055 income-restricted units of 56 total16 2BR, 24 3BR, 16 4BR+Built 20049% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034MARIPOSA VILLAGE
901 S TENNYSON DR, DEMING, NM, 8803045 income-restricted units of 60 total36 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033DESERT SUN APTS I
1201 EIGHTH ST NW, DEMING, NM, 8803040 income-restricted units of 41 total21 3BR, 20 4BR+Built 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031LA PALONA DEL SOL PHASE II
1400 E BIRCH ST, DEMING, NM, 8803037 income-restricted units of 38 totalBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024LA PALOMA DEL SOL
601 S SANTA MONICA ST, DEMING, NM, 8803038 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1992Compliance through ~2022RIO MIMBRES APTS II
1608 S TIN ST, DEMING, NM, 8803024 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19929% 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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