Howard 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 | $918/mo | $826 – $1,010/mo |
| 1 BR | $924/mo | $832 – $1,016/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,173/mo | $1,056 – $1,290/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,406/mo | $1,265 – $1,547/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,726/mo | $1,553 – $1,899/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Howard County, TX (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Howard County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Howard County
- Big Spring Housing Authority
201 NE 7th St, Big Spring, TX, 79720 · 4322634090
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Howard 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 | $31,750 |
| 2 people | $36,250 |
| 3 people | $40,800 |
| 4 people | $45,300 |
| 5 people | $48,950 |
| 6 people | $52,550 |
| 7 people | $56,200 |
| 8 people | $59,800 |
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 Howard 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
HERITAGE HEIGHTS AT BIG SPRING
120 AIRBASE RD, BIG SPRING, TX, 7972066 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052 - Elderly
LAREDO HILL
1002 N MAIN ST, BIG SPRING, TX, 7972068 income-restricted units16 1BR, 20 2BR, 32 3BRBuilt 20159% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045 NORTHCREST APTS
1002 N MAIN ST, BIG SPRING, TX, 7972068 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2014Compliance through ~2044- Elderly
PARK VILLAGE APTS
1905 WASSON RD, BIG SPRING, TX, 7972074 income-restricted units of 76 totalBuilt 2012Compliance through ~2042 - Elderly
KNOLLWOOD HEIGHTS APTS
1900 MLK BLVD, BIG SPRING, TX, 7972064 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035 - Elderly
LIMESTONE RIDGE APTS
1401 N US HWY 87, BIG SPRING, TX, 7972076 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033
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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