Cumberland 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 | $812/mo | $731 – $893/mo |
| 1 BR | $817/mo | $735 – $899/mo |
| 2 BR | $997/mo | $897 – $1,097/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,195/mo | $1,076 – $1,315/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,673/mo | $1,506 – $1,840/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Cumberland County, VA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Cumberland 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 Cumberland 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 Cumberland 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 | $28,000 |
| 2 people | $32,000 |
| 3 people | $36,000 |
| 4 people | $39,950 |
| 5 people | $43,150 |
| 6 people | $46,350 |
| 7 people | $49,550 |
| 8 people | $52,750 |
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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