Putnam 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 | $798/mo | $718 – $878/mo |
| 1 BR | $803/mo | $723 – $883/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,054/mo | $949 – $1,159/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,461/mo | $1,315 – $1,607/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,575/mo | $1,418 – $1,733/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Putnam County, WV (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Putnam 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 Putnam 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 Putnam 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 | $37,100 |
| 2 people | $42,400 |
| 3 people | $47,700 |
| 4 people | $53,000 |
| 5 people | $57,250 |
| 6 people | $61,500 |
| 7 people | $65,750 |
| 8 people | $70,000 |
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 Putnam 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.
WINGATE VILLAGE APARTMENTS
412 FIR STREET, ELEANOR, WV, 2507020 income-restricted units20 1BRBuilt 20194% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049MAPLEWOOD II APARTMENTS
1 - 87 SARGENT SQUARE, POCA, WV, 2531148 income-restricted units48 2BRBuilt 20154% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045WILLOW TREE II
166 WILLOW TREE WAY, HURRICANE, WV, 2552648 income-restricted units24 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043PATTON PLACE APTS
3259 WINFIELD RD, WINFIELD, WV, 2521332 income-restricted units30 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041WILLOW TREE VILLAGE
140 WILLOW TREE WAY, HURRICANE, WV, 2552648 income-restricted units of 47 totalBuilt 2010Compliance through ~2040MAURY VILLAGE
101 MAURY LN, HURRICANE, WV, 2552644 income-restricted units16 1BR, 23 2BR, 4 3BR, 1 4BR+Built 20014% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031BRITTANY POINT
3245 WINFIELD RD, WINFIELD, WV, 2521356 income-restricted units8 2BR, 40 3BR, 8 4BR+Built 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030SABLE POINT PHASE II
145 SABLE POINT DR, HURRICANE, WV, 2552664 income-restricted units32 2BR, 32 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029SABLE POINT PHASE I
145 SABLE POINT DR, HURRICANE, WV, 2552680 income-restricted units80 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028SMITHFIELD ESTATES
26 SHIRLEY DR, BUFFALO, WV, 2503314 income-restricted units10 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 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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