Housing Authority of the City of Alamogordo
104 Avenida Amigos, Alamogordo, NM, 88310
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Alamogordo, NM (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: Otero County
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through Housing Authority of the City of Alamogordo, 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 (the Extremely Low Income limit) 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. Contact Housing Authority of the City of Alamogordo directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Alamogordo, NM
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
COTTONWOOD COMMONS
1709 13TH ST, ALAMOGORDO, NM, 8831056 income-restricted units of 60 total16 1BR, 40 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20074% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037 AZOTEA SENIOR APT HOMES
2400 FIRST ST, ALAMOGORDO, NM, 8831060 income-restricted units24 1BR, 36 2BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035OTERO VILLAGE
2553 FIRST ST, ALAMOGORDO, NM, 8831040 income-restricted units20 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031
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 →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Housing Authority of the City of Alamogordo directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.