Liberty 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 | $1,280/mo | $1,152 – $1,408/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,323/mo | $1,191 – $1,455/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,573/mo | $1,416 – $1,730/mo |
| 3 BR | $2,116/mo | $1,904 – $2,328/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,639/mo | $2,375 – $2,903/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Liberty County, TX (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Liberty County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Liberty County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Liberty County Housing Authority
2103 Cos St, Liberty, TX, 77575 · 9363364558
- Housing Authority of the City of Dayton
2502 N Winfree St, Dayton, TX, 77535 · 9362585372
- Housing Authority of Cleveland
801 S Franklin Ave, Cleveland, TX, 77327 · 2815931159
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Liberty 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 | $36,400 |
| 2 people | $41,600 |
| 3 people | $46,800 |
| 4 people | $52,000 |
| 5 people | $56,200 |
| 6 people | $60,350 |
| 7 people | $64,500 |
| 8 people | $68,650 |
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 Liberty 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
DAYTON RETIREMENT CENTER
1900 N WINFREE ST, DAYTON, TX, 7753548 income-restricted units48 1BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050 - Elderly
PARK FOREST
200 COOK RD., LIBERTY, TX, 7757556 income-restricted units16 1BR, 32 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049 PINERIDGE PLAZA APTS
1301 NEVELL ST, CLEVELAND, TX, 7732770 income-restricted units22 1BR, 24 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028DAYTON PARK APTS II
4490 N CLEVELAND ST, DAYTON, TX, 7753550 income-restricted units22 2BR, 24 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027RETIREMENT CENTER OF DAYTON
1900 N WINFREE ST, DAYTON, TX, 7753548 income-restricted units48 1BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025DAYTON SQUARE LTD
2800 N WINFREE ST, DAYTON, TX, 7753548 income-restricted units44 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 1994Compliance through ~2024CLEVELAND PLAZA
915 E HANSON ST, CLEVELAND, TX, 7732748 income-restricted units20 1BR, 24 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 1992Compliance through ~2022DAYTON TOWNHOMES
550 AARON ST, DAYTON, TX, 775354 income-restricted units4 2BRBuilt 1992Compliance through ~2022
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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