Knox 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 | $824/mo | $742 – $906/mo |
| 1 BR | $862/mo | $776 – $948/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,078/mo | $970 – $1,186/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,408/mo | $1,267 – $1,549/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,427/mo | $1,284 – $1,570/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Knox County, OH (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Knox County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Knox County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Morrow Metropolitan Housing Authority
201A W High St, Mount Vernon, OH, 43050 · 7403978787
- Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority
201A W High St, Mount Vernon, OH, 43050 · 7403978787
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Knox 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 | $33,250 |
| 2 people | $38,000 |
| 3 people | $42,750 |
| 4 people | $47,500 |
| 5 people | $51,300 |
| 6 people | $55,100 |
| 7 people | $58,900 |
| 8 people | $62,700 |
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 Knox 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
VERNON RIDGE APARTMENTS
700 FOLLIN AVE, MOUNT VERNON, OH, 4305062 income-restricted units45 2BR, 14 3BR, 3 4BR+Built 20204% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050 MEADOW RIDGE APARTMENTS
715 726 FOLLIN AVENUE, MOUNT VERNON, OH, 4305048 income-restricted units16 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 20184% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048MOUNT VERNON SENIOR HOUSING
11701 UPPER GILCHRIST RD, MT VERNON, OH, 4305028 income-restricted units8 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041- Elderly
HEART OF OHIO HOMES
64 HEART CT, CENTERBURG, OH, 4301125 income-restricted units6 3BR, 19 4BR+Built 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040 HILLSIDE APTS
100 MCGIBNEY RD, MT VERNON, OH, 4305045 income-restricted units35 3BR, 10 4BR+Built 20084% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038EVERGREEN APTS
1380 YAUGER RD, MT VERNON, OH, 4305040 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1994Compliance through ~2024
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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