Fayette County, WV
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 | $631/mo | $568 – $694/mo |
| 1 BR | $697/mo | $627 – $767/mo |
| 2 BR | $915/mo | $824 – $1,007/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,195/mo | $1,076 – $1,315/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,535/mo | $1,382 – $1,689/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Fayette County, WV (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Fayette County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Fayette County
- Housing Authority of the City of Mount Hope
9B Midtown Ter, Mount Hope, WV, 25880 · 3048776541
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Fayette 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 | $26,300 |
| 2 people | $30,050 |
| 3 people | $33,800 |
| 4 people | $37,550 |
| 5 people | $40,600 |
| 6 people | $43,600 |
| 7 people | $46,600 |
| 8 people | $49,600 |
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 Fayette 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.
HILL MANOR
RR 3 BOX 100, FAYETTEVILLE, WV, 2584028 income-restricted units28 1BRBuilt 20114% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041FAYETTE HILLS II APTS
75 LAUREL PL, FAYETTEVILLE, WV, 2584067 income-restricted units of 68 total12 1BR, 56 2BRBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038PLATEAU OAKS APTS
100 PLATEAU OAKS DR, OAK HILL, WV, 2590132 income-restricted units6 1BR, 16 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034HOPE LANDING APTS
104 BROWN ST, MT HOPE, WV, 2588022 income-restricted units1 studio, 21 1BRBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030AMOS E LANDRUM
PO BOX 638, SMITHERS, WV, 2518624 income-restricted units20 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 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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