San Miguel 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 | $783/mo | $705 – $861/mo |
| 1 BR | $920/mo | $828 – $1,012/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,008/mo | $907 – $1,109/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,402/mo | $1,262 – $1,542/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,626/mo | $1,463 – $1,789/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — San Miguel County, NM (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for San Miguel County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving San Miguel County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of the Village of Pecos
114 Chamisa Cir, Pecos, NM, 87552 · 5057576380
- Housing Authority of the County of San Miguel
522 Valencia St, Las Vegas, NM, 87701 · 5054541813
- Housing Authority of San Miguel County
522 Valencia St, Las Vegas, NM, 87701 · 5753222171
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in San Miguel 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 | $29,750 |
| 3 people | $33,450 |
| 4 people | $37,150 |
| 5 people | $40,150 |
| 6 people | $43,100 |
| 7 people | $46,100 |
| 8 people | $49,050 |
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 San Miguel 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.
VILLA LAS VEGAS
200 MOUNTAIN VIEW DR, LAS VEGAS, NM, 8770160 income-restricted units16 2BR, 44 3BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032NORTH STAR APTS
333 CHICO DR, LAS VEGAS, NM, 8770140 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026SAN MIGUEL SENIOR APTS
2710 COLLINS DR, LAS VEGAS, NM, 8770140 income-restricted units40 1BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025CASA ALEGRE APTS PHASE II
400 MOUNTAIN VIEW DR, LAS VEGAS, NM, 8770120 income-restricted unitsBuilt 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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