Ector 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 | $1,245/mo | $1,121 – $1,370/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,269/mo | $1,142 – $1,396/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,595/mo | $1,436 – $1,755/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,912/mo | $1,721 – $2,103/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,213/mo | $1,992 – $2,434/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Ector County, TX (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Ector County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Ector County
- Housing Authority City of Odessa
124 E 2nd St, Odessa, TX, 79761 · 4323331088
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Ector 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 | $32,550 |
| 2 people | $37,200 |
| 3 people | $41,850 |
| 4 people | $46,500 |
| 5 people | $50,250 |
| 6 people | $53,950 |
| 7 people | $57,700 |
| 8 people | $61,400 |
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 Ector 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
VERA IN ODESSA
491 TX-191 FRONTAGE, ODESSA, TX, 79765288 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20229% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052 - Elderly
LA PROMESA APTS
4590 N TEXAS AVE, ODESSA, TX, 79762136 income-restricted units58 2BR, 78 3BRBuilt 2012Compliance through ~2042 - Elderly
SAGE BRUSH VILLAGE
3250 W EIGHTH ST, ODESSA, TX, 79763112 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2011Compliance through ~2041 - Elderly
SEDONA SPRINGS VILLAGE
920 W UNIVERSITY BLVD, ODESSA, TX, 7976485 income-restricted units of 100 total28 1BR, 38 2BR, 34 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036 ARBOR OAKS APTS
1000 E MONAHANS ST, ODESSA, TX, 79761120 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034KEY WEST SENIOR VILLAGE
1600 W CLEMENTS ST, ODESSA, TX, 79763120 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2002Compliance through ~2032ARBOR TERRACE TOWNHOMES (ANTIQUA TERRACE APTS)
1101 FITCH AVE, ODESSA, TX, 79761128 income-restricted units72 2BR, 56 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031
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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