Mercer 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 | $618/mo | $556 – $680/mo |
| 1 BR | $717/mo | $645 – $789/mo |
| 2 BR | $896/mo | $806 – $986/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,206/mo | $1,085 – $1,327/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,258/mo | $1,132 – $1,384/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Mercer County, WV (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Mercer County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Mercer County
- Housing Authority of the City of Bluefield
1600 Hill Ave, Bluefield, WV, 24701 · 3043259653
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Mercer 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 | $26,600 |
| 2 people | $30,400 |
| 3 people | $34,200 |
| 4 people | $37,950 |
| 5 people | $41,000 |
| 6 people | $44,050 |
| 7 people | $47,100 |
| 8 people | $50,100 |
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 Mercer 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.
TREMONT PARK APARTMENTS
400 TREMONT PARK CIRCLE, BLUEWELL, WV, 2470136 income-restricted units12 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20244% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054- 108 income-restricted units99 2BR, 9 3BRBuilt 20234% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053
RYAN VILLAGE APARTMENTS
200 RYAN VILLAGE, PRINCETON, WV, 2474044 income-restricted units12 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 20154% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045LINA LANDING APTS
106 OAKVALE RD, PRINCETON, WV, 2474032 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043MERCER MANOR APTS
200 CHURCH LN, PRINCETON, WV, 2474037 income-restricted units37 1BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041DARA HEIGHTS APTS
214 DARA HEIGHTS PL, PRINCETON, WV, 2473948 income-restricted units12 1BR, 20 2BR, 12 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037PAULI HEIGHTS APTS
230 PAULI HEIGHTS PL, BLUEFIELD, WV, 2470156 income-restricted units6 1BR, 40 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035KENNEDY CENTER
525 BLAND ST, BLUEFIELD, WV, 2470128 income-restricted units1 studio, 7 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029BLUESTONE APTS
100 BLUE ROCK CIR, PRINCETON, WV, 2473938 income-restricted units38 1BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025
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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