St. Lawrence County, NY
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 | $742/mo | $668 – $816/mo |
| 1 BR | $816/mo | $734 – $898/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,071/mo | $964 – $1,178/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,284/mo | $1,156 – $1,412/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,418/mo | $1,276 – $1,560/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — St. Lawrence County, NY (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for St. Lawrence County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving St. Lawrence County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Canton Housing Authority
37 Riverside Dr, Canton, NY, 13617 · 3153868381
- Massena Housing Authority
20 Robinson Rd, Massena, NY, 13662 · 3157641706
- Ogdensburg Housing Authority
1101 Jay St, Ogdensburg, NY, 13669 · 3153933710
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in St. Lawrence 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 | $31,500 |
| 2 people | $36,000 |
| 3 people | $40,500 |
| 4 people | $44,950 |
| 5 people | $48,550 |
| 6 people | $52,150 |
| 7 people | $55,750 |
| 8 people | $59,350 |
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 St. Lawrence 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.
THE QUARRY
41 ELM STREET, POTSDAM, NY, 1367659 income-restricted units30 studio, 21 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051LAWRENCE AVENUE APARTMENTS
3 DEBRA DRIVE, POTSDAM, NY, 13676137 income-restricted units84 1BR, 45 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20209% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050MAYFIELD APARTMENTS
22 MAYFIELD DRIVE, POTSDAM, NY, 13676128 income-restricted units of 156 total24 studio, 131 1BRBuilt 20209% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050CAMBRAY COURT APARTMENTS
24 MILL STREET, GOUVERNEUR, NY, 1364265 income-restricted units of 71 total71 1BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047- Elderly
55-57 MARKET STREET
55 MARKET ST, POTSDAM, NY, 136767 income-restricted units1 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036 RACQUETTE ACRES
100 RACQUETTE RD, POTSDAM, NY, 13676100 income-restricted units16 1BR, 40 2BR, 40 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20059% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035- Elderly
51-53 MARKET STREET
51 MARKET ST, POTSDAM, NY, 136766 income-restricted units3 2BR, 3 3BRBuilt 20034% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033 PINE GROVE COMMUNITY
275 W BARNEY ST, GOUVERNEUR, NY, 1364248 income-restricted units40 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 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 →
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