Carbon County, UT
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 | $761/mo | $685 – $837/mo |
| 1 BR | $857/mo | $771 – $943/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,041/mo | $937 – $1,145/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,323/mo | $1,191 – $1,455/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,628/mo | $1,465 – $1,791/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Carbon County, UT (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Carbon County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Carbon County
- Housing Authority of Carbon County
251 S 1600 E, Price, UT, 84501 · 4356375170
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Carbon 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 | $37,250 |
| 2 people | $42,550 |
| 3 people | $47,850 |
| 4 people | $53,150 |
| 5 people | $57,450 |
| 6 people | $61,700 |
| 7 people | $65,950 |
| 8 people | $70,200 |
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 Carbon 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.
CASTLE COUNTRY APARTMENTS
275 S 1600 E, PRICE, UT, 84501-000023 income-restricted units4 1BR, 11 2BR, 6 3BR, 3 4BR+Built 20194% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049EASTGATE APTS.
1170 E. MAIN STREET, PRICE, UT, 84501-000071 income-restricted units of 72 total14 1BR, 34 2BR, 16 3BR, 8 4BR+Built 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044NEWHOUSE & AVALON HOUSE APTS.
11 WEST MAIN STREET, HELPER, UT, 84501-000051 income-restricted units44 studio, 3 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20104% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040WOODSIDE APTS.
635 EAST 300 SOUTH, PRICE, UT, 84501-000047 income-restricted units of 48 total47 2BRBuilt 20089% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038ROSCREA APTS.
1680 EAST 300 SOUTH, PRICE, UT, 84501-000048 income-restricted units24 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030
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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