Cherokee County, OK
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 | $764/mo | $688 – $840/mo |
| 1 BR | $769/mo | $692 – $846/mo |
| 2 BR | $948/mo | $853 – $1,043/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,215/mo | $1,094 – $1,337/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,255/mo | $1,130 – $1,381/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Cherokee County, OK (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Cherokee County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Finding the housing authority
We don't have a housing authority on file for Cherokee County yet. Use the Housing Authority Finder with a local ZIP code to locate the agency that administers vouchers here.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Cherokee 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 | $26,600 |
| 2 people | $30,400 |
| 3 people | $34,200 |
| 4 people | $37,950 |
| 5 people | $41,000 |
| 6 people | $44,050 |
| 7 people | $47,100 |
| 8 people | $50,100 |
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 Cherokee 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.
MISSION VILLAGE OF TAHLEQUAH
659 S VILLAGE DR, TAHLEQUAH, OK, 7446421 income-restricted units of 24 total24 2BRBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044OZARK RIDGE PHASE II
1371 W OZARK, TAHLEQUAH, OK, 7446432 income-restricted units32 3BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041STONEBROOK PARK OF TAHLEQUAH
650 STONEBROOK DR, TAHLEQUAH, OK, 7446431 income-restricted units of 32 total1 2BR, 31 3BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041OZARK RIDGE AFFORDABLE HOUSING
1390 W RED OAK ST, TAHLEQUAH, OK, 7446426 income-restricted units26 3BRBuilt 20094% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039WISDOM KEEPERS
1286 W FOURTH ST, TAHLEQUAH, OK, 7446439 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2004Compliance through ~2034TAHLEQUAH TERRACE
608 PAMELA ST, TAHLEQUAH, OK, 74464117 income-restricted units of 118 total50 1BR, 55 2BR, 13 3BRBuilt 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033SAVANNAH PARK OF TAHLEQUAH
900 S SANDSTONE AVE, TAHLEQUAH, OK, 7446424 income-restricted units20 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031WOOD TERRACE APTS
100 W FOURTH ST, TAHLEQUAH, OK, 7446421 income-restricted units of 53 totalBuilt 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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