Marion 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 | $806/mo | $725 – $887/mo |
| 1 BR | $811/mo | $730 – $892/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,064/mo | $958 – $1,170/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,276/mo | $1,148 – $1,404/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,409/mo | $1,268 – $1,550/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Marion County, OH (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Marion County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Marion County
- Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority
117 N Greenwood St Ste 12, Marion, OH, 43302 · 7403835680
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Marion 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 Marion 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.
MARION TOWERS II
400 DELAWARE AVENUE, MARION, OH, 43302-506745 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20164% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046MARION ROTARY TOWERS
400 DELAWARE AVE, MARION, OH, 43302117 income-restricted units9 studio, 108 1BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041MARION VILLAGE
446 CAROL LN, MARION, OH, 4330239 income-restricted units18 3BR, 21 4BR+Built 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041NEW SETON SQUARE MARION
255 RICHLAND RD, MARION, OH, 43302102 income-restricted units96 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 2009Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2039- Elderly
AVALON LAKES APTS
830 KIBBY DR, MARION, OH, 43302176 income-restricted units80 1BR, 80 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038 - Elderly
FAIRVIEW APTS I
964 PAULA DR, MARION, OH, 4330280 income-restricted units16 1BR, 46 2BR, 18 3BRBuilt 20079% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037 HARDING CENTRE
267 W CTR ST, MARION, OH, 4330267 income-restricted units6 studio, 31 1BR, 24 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 19964% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026FOX CHASE APTS
364 JAMES WAY, MARION, OH, 43302100 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19934% 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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