Salem County, NJ
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 | $1,397/mo | $1,257 – $1,537/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,520/mo | $1,368 – $1,672/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,810/mo | $1,629 – $1,991/mo |
| 3 BR | $2,170/mo | $1,953 – $2,387/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,423/mo | $2,181 – $2,665/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Salem County, NJ (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Salem County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Salem County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Penns Grove Housing Authority
40 S Broad St, Penns Grove, NJ, 08069 · 8562990101
- Salem Housing Authority
205 Seventh St, Salem, NJ, 08079 · 8569355022
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Salem 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 | $42,950 |
| 2 people | $49,100 |
| 3 people | $55,250 |
| 4 people | $61,350 |
| 5 people | $66,300 |
| 6 people | $71,200 |
| 7 people | $76,100 |
| 8 people | $81,000 |
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 Salem 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.
- Elderly
THE VILLAGE AT WOODSTOWN
BAILEY AND WOODSTOWN ALLOWAY ROAD, WOODSTOWN TWP., NJ, 0809860 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041 - Elderly90 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040
- Elderly
WHISPERING WATERS I
469 GRIEVES PARKWAY, SALEM CITY, NJ, 08079120 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040 - Elderly
BAILEY CORNER # 1482
10 BAILEY ST, PILESGROVE, NJ, 08098-10240 income-restricted units of 90 totalBuilt 2010Compliance through ~2040 - Elderly
BAILEY CORNER #0905
1006 BAILEY ST, PILESGROVE, NJ, 08098-102490 income-restricted units14 1BR, 48 2BR, 28 3BRBuilt 2010Compliance through ~2040 - Elderly
WHISPERING WATERS PHASE II
469 GRIEVES PKWY, SALEM, NJ, 08079-1849138 income-restricted units of 140 totalBuilt 2009Compliance through ~2039 - Elderly
WHISPERING WATERS APARTMENTS - PHASE II
469 GRIEVES PARKWAY, SALEM CITY, NJ, 08079138 income-restricted units of 140 totalBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038 - Elderly
KENT STREET HOUSING
11 KENT AVENUE, PENNSVILLE TOWNSHIP, NJ, 08070100 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20079% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037 SALEM SENIOR VILLAGE
155 WEST BROADWAY, SALEM CITY, NJ, 0807964 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2006Compliance through ~2036- Elderly
LITC#747 SALEM SENIOR VILLAGE
2 HIRES AVE, SALEM, NJ, 08079-140264 income-restricted units2 studio, 60 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 2006Compliance through ~2036 CARNEYS POINT SENIOR APARTMENTS
44 SOUTH DUPONT ROAD, CARNEYS POINT TWP., NJ, 0806999 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2004Compliance through ~2034- Elderly
CARNEY'S POINT SENIOR LITC# 639
44 S DUPONT RD, CARNEYS POINT, NJ, 08069-229899 income-restricted units99 1BRBuilt 2004Compliance through ~2034 CARNEY'S POINT SENIOR APARTMENTS
44 SOUTH DUPONT ROAD, CARNEY'S POINT, NJ, 0806999 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20049% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034- Elderly
SALEM HISTORIC HOMES
90 CARPENTER ST, SALEM, NJ, 0807962 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2003Compliance through ~2033 - Elderly
LITC#661 SALEM HISTORIC HOMES
90 CARPENTER ST, SALEM, NJ, 08079-135863 income-restricted units1 1BR, 33 2BR, 29 3BRBuilt 2003Compliance through ~2033 - Elderly
LITC#671 SALEM HISTORIC HOMES PHASE II
90 CARPENTER ST, SALEM, NJ, 08079-13580 income-restricted units of 41 totalBuilt 2003Compliance through ~2033 - Elderly
SALEM HISTORIC HOMES PHASE II
90 CARPENTER STREET, SALEM, NJ, 0807941 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033 SALEM HISTORIC HOMES PHASE I
90 CARPENTER STREET, SALEM CITY, NJ, 0807963 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2003Compliance through ~2033- Elderly
PENNS GROVE APARTMENTS
1 HELMS COVE LANE, PENNS GROVE, NJ, 08069144 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032
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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