Section 8 & Fair Market Rent — Roosevelt County, New Mexico
Estimate your Housing Choice Voucher in Roosevelt County, New Mexico using the HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent, pre-loaded below. No manual FMR entry required.
Fair Market Rent — Roosevelt County (non-metro)
| Bedrooms | Monthly FMR (FY2026) |
|---|---|
| Efficiency (0 BR) | $725 |
| 1 BR | $772 |
| 2 BR | $975 |
| 3 BR | $1,356 |
| 4 BR | $1,636 |
Section 8 income limits — Roosevelt County (FY2026)
| Household size | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 | $25,550 | $40,850 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $29,200 | $46,650 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $32,850 | $52,500 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $36,450 | $58,300 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $39,400 | $63,000 |
| 6 | $42,300 | $42,300 | $67,650 |
| 7 | $45,200 | $45,200 | $72,300 |
| 8 | $48,150 | $48,150 | $77,000 |
County median family income (FY2026): $25,550. Source: HUD FY2026 Income Limits (Section 8), effective 2026-05-01; xlsx: Section8-FY26.xlsx. Retrieved 2026-08-23.
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Sources & method
FMR: HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent County Level Data (revised; effective 2026-05-21). Subsidy math: 24 CFR § 982 + HUD Handbook 7420.10. TTP = max(30% adjusted income, 10% gross, PHA minimum); HAP = min(payment standard, total rent) − TTP. First-lease cap at 40% adjusted income. Standard deductions: $480/yr per dependent, $525/yr per elderly/disabled member.
All Section 8 tools for Roosevelt County
Am I eligible? →
Check income vs AMI and the gap to the next bracket.
Deduction worksheet →
Lower your adjusted income with HUD deductions.
Rent burden →
See your rent-to-income ratio and voucher savings.
Move-in cost →
Plan first-month cash: rent, deposit, utilities.
What-if simulator →
Model a raise, new child, or bigger unit.
Voucher vs public housing →
Compare your monthly rent under each.
Application kit →
Printable checklist + PHA finder.
Recertification →
Model next-year income change impact.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Fair Market Rent in this county?
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) is HUD's estimate of the rent plus utilities for a standard unit in a given area. PHAs use it to set the payment standard — the maximum subsidy they will cover for a unit size.
How much Section 8 voucher will I get here?
Your subsidy (HAP) equals the payment standard minus your tenant payment (TTP). TTP is generally the higher of 30% of adjusted income or 10% of gross income. Use the calculator on this page with your county pre-loaded.
What income qualifies for Section 8 in this county?
Generally your household income must be at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) for your household size; most vouchers go to families at or below 30% AMI (the 75% preference rule). Check the Income Limits tool.
How do I apply for Section 8 here?
Apply through your local Public Housing Agency (PHA). Waitlists are often closed; see the PHA Directory for the official HUD contact page and current waitlist status.
How to apply for Section 8 in Roosevelt County
- Check your income eligibility. Confirm your household income is at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) using the Income Limits tool pre-loaded for this county.
- Find your local PHA. Locate the Public Housing Agency serving Roosevelt County via the PHA Directory and open the official HUD contact page.
- Check the waitlist status. Many PHAs keep waitlists closed; verify current open/closed status and preference categories before applying.
- Estimate your voucher amount. Use the calculator above to see your estimated HAP subsidy from the local payment standard.
- Submit an application. Complete the PHA application (online or in person) with identity, income, and household documents.
- Attend briefing and wait for voucher. If selected, attend the voucher briefing, then search for a unit that meets Housing Quality Standards.
Check income limits →
See if your household qualifies (30/50/80% AMI).
Find your PHA →
Open the official HUD directory and waitlist status.
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Data source
HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent, County Level Data (revised; effective 2026-05-21). Retrieved 2026-08-23. HUD data is a U.S. federal government work (public domain). This page is an independent reference and is not affiliated with HUD or any PHA.