Botetourt County, VA
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 | $1,004/mo | $904 – $1,104/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,053/mo | $948 – $1,158/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,254/mo | $1,129 – $1,379/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,743/mo | $1,569 – $1,917/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,104/mo | $1,894 – $2,314/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Botetourt County, VA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Botetourt County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Finding the housing authority
We don't have a housing authority on file for Botetourt County yet. Use the Housing Authority Finder with a local ZIP code to locate the agency that administers vouchers here.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Botetourt 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 | $34,500 |
| 2 people | $39,400 |
| 3 people | $44,350 |
| 4 people | $49,250 |
| 5 people | $53,200 |
| 6 people | $57,150 |
| 7 people | $61,100 |
| 8 people | $65,050 |
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 →
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