Armstrong County, PA
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 | $691/mo | $622 – $760/mo |
| 1 BR | $767/mo | $690 – $844/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,002/mo | $902 – $1,102/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,300/mo | $1,170 – $1,430/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,399/mo | $1,259 – $1,539/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Armstrong County, PA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Armstrong County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Armstrong County
- Housing Authority of the County of Armstrong
350 S Jefferson St, Kittanning, PA, 16201 · 7245487671
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Armstrong 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 | $30,200 |
| 2 people | $34,500 |
| 3 people | $38,800 |
| 4 people | $43,100 |
| 5 people | $46,550 |
| 6 people | $50,000 |
| 7 people | $53,450 |
| 8 people | $56,900 |
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 Armstrong 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.
MCKEAN STREET HOUSING
240 N MCKEAN ST, KITTANNING, PA, 16201-136133 income-restricted units of 36 total27 1BR, 9 2BRBuilt 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052VALLEY VIEW V
VALLEY VIEW DR, FORD CITY, PA20 income-restricted units10 1BR, 10 2BRBuilt 20104% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040VALLEY VIEW IV
106 VALLEY VIEW DR, FORD CITY, PA, 1622620 income-restricted units14 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 20054% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035VALLEY VIEW III
100 VALLEY VIEW DR, FORD CITY, PA, 1622611 income-restricted units7 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032VALLEY VIEW II
102 VALLEY VIEW DR, FORD CITY, PA, 1622611 income-restricted units7 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030VALLEY VIEW APTS
104 VALLEY VIEW DR, FORD CITY, PA, 1622611 income-restricted units8 1BR, 3 2BRBuilt 19989% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028SOUTH BETHLEHEM HOUSE APTS
200 HAMILTON ST, NEW BETHLEHEM, PA, 1624218 income-restricted units18 1BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026BELLWOOD GARDENS
301 13TH ST, FORD CITY, PA, 1622627 income-restricted units of 28 total28 1BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025KITTANNING COMMONS
LINDENWOOD DR, KITTANNING, PA, 1620132 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 19944% + 9% LIHTCCompliance 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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