Salem city, 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 — Salem city, VA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Salem city. 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 Salem city 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 Salem city, 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 →
Income-restricted housing in Salem city
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.
OAK PARK (SALEM)
61 OTTER AVE, SALEM, VA, 24153140 income-restricted units of 144 total18 1BR, 72 2BR, 54 3BRBuilt 20119% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041SALEM COMMONS
1780 SALEM COMMONS LN, SALEM, VA, 2415398 income-restricted units75 2BR, 23 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029MT REGIS VILLAGE
100 KIMBALL AVE, SALEM, VA, 2415368 income-restricted units of 168 totalBuilt 19939% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023
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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