Brewster County, TX
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 | $772/mo | $695 – $849/mo |
| 1 BR | $808/mo | $727 – $889/mo |
| 2 BR | $993/mo | $894 – $1,092/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,381/mo | $1,243 – $1,519/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,461/mo | $1,315 – $1,607/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Brewster County, TX (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Brewster County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Brewster County
- Housing Authority City of Alpine
1024 N 5th St, Alpine, TX, 79830 · 4328372648
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Brewster 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 | $29,300 |
| 2 people | $33,500 |
| 3 people | $37,700 |
| 4 people | $41,850 |
| 5 people | $45,200 |
| 6 people | $48,550 |
| 7 people | $51,900 |
| 8 people | $55,250 |
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 Brewster 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
SKYWAY GARDENS
SEC OF S WALKER ST AND LECHUGILLA, ALPINE, TX, 7983049 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051 MOUNTAINVIEW APTS
801 N ORANGE ST, ALPINE, TX, 7983056 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2005Compliance through ~2035ALPINE MANOR
1001 FIGHTING BUCK AVE, ALPINE, TX, 7983036 income-restricted units36 1BRBuilt 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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