Jackson County, OH
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 | $736/mo | $662 – $810/mo |
| 1 BR | $762/mo | $686 – $838/mo |
| 2 BR | $973/mo | $876 – $1,070/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,256/mo | $1,130 – $1,382/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,344/mo | $1,210 – $1,478/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Jackson County, OH (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Jackson County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Jackson County
- Jackson County Metropolitan Housing Authority
249 W 13th St, Wellston, OH, 45692 · 7403845627
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Jackson 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 | $30,700 |
| 2 people | $35,100 |
| 3 people | $39,500 |
| 4 people | $43,850 |
| 5 people | $47,400 |
| 6 people | $50,900 |
| 7 people | $54,400 |
| 8 people | $57,900 |
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 Jackson 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.
- Elderly
HARVEST CROSSING SENIOR VILLAS
1045 WHEATLAND DR, JACKSON, OH, 4564046 income-restricted units46 2BRBuilt 20244% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054 - Elderly
HARVEST CROSSING SENIOR VILLAS
1045 WHEATLAND DR, JACKSON, OH, 456404 income-restricted units4 2BRBuilt 20244% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054 NEW SETON SQUARE WELLSTON
570 W FIRST ST, WELLSTON, OH, 4569246 income-restricted units of 48 total48 1BRBuilt 2009Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2039- Elderly
WELLSTON MANOR II
700 W D ST, WELLSTON, OH, 4569228 income-restricted units of 34 total18 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20084% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038 - Elderly
WELLSTON MANOR I
460 S MICHIGAN AVE, WELLSTON, OH, 4569235 income-restricted units of 50 total24 1BR, 13 2BR, 13 3BRBuilt 20034% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033 JACKSON RUN
106 ELM ST, JACKSON, OH, 4564029 income-restricted units of 30 total24 3BR, 6 4BR+Built 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032HOLLY HILLS APTS
700 HOLLY HILL DR, JACKSON, OH, 4564060 income-restricted units of 72 total60 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031STONECREST SOUTH APTS
25 HONEYSUCKLE LN, JACKSON, OH, 4564060 income-restricted units36 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 19979% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027JACKSON RETIREMENT VILLAGE
134 POWELL DR, JACKSON, OH, 4564042 income-restricted units41 1BR, 1 2BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025KAREN APTS
200 MORGAN ST, OAK HILL, OH, 4565628 income-restricted units8 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025WELLSTON PRIDE MANOR
4 W BROADWAY ST, WELLSTON, OH, 4569242 income-restricted units41 1BR, 1 2BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025JACKSON FAMILY APTS
6 POWELL DR, JACKSON, OH, 4564042 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19929% LIHTCCompliance through ~2022WELLSTON VILLA APTS
710 N PENNSYLVANIA AVE, WELLSTON, OH, 4569236 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19919% LIHTCCompliance through ~2021
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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