Wise 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 | $692/mo | $623 – $761/mo |
| 1 BR | $697/mo | $627 – $767/mo |
| 2 BR | $914/mo | $823 – $1,005/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,205/mo | $1,085 – $1,326/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,429/mo | $1,286 – $1,572/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Wise County, VA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Wise County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Wise County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Big Stone Gap Redevelopment and Housing Auth.
170 Dogwood Ter, Big Stone Gap, VA, 24219 · 2765234788
- Wise County Redevelopment & Housing Authority
107 Litchfield St NW, Coeburn, VA, 24230 · 2763956104
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Wise 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 →
Income-restricted housing in Wise 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.
- 23 income-restricted units21 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046
COMMONWEALTH APTS
603 COMMONWEALTH ST, WISE, VA, 2429326 income-restricted units10 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20124% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042WOODSTONE VILLAGE I
211 WOODSTONE DR E, BIG STONE GAP, VA, 2421936 income-restricted units22 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037WOODSTONE VILLAGE II
273 WOODSTONE DR E, BIG STONE GAP, VA, 2421918 income-restricted units18 1BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037DOGWOOD TERRACE
170 DOGWOOD TER, BIG STONE GAP, VA, 2421997 income-restricted units57 2BR, 36 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034INMAN VILLAGE
100 DON WHITEHEAD DR, APPALACHIA, VA, 2421688 income-restricted units16 1BR, 52 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033
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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