Marion 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 | $742/mo | $668 – $816/mo |
| 1 BR | $838/mo | $754 – $922/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,007/mo | $906 – $1,108/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,235/mo | $1,112 – $1,359/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,624/mo | $1,462 – $1,786/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Marion County, WV (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Marion County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Marion County
- Fairmont/Morgantown Housing Authority
103 12th St, Fairmont, WV, 26554 · 3043630860
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Marion 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 | $31,400 |
| 2 people | $35,900 |
| 3 people | $40,400 |
| 4 people | $44,850 |
| 5 people | $48,450 |
| 6 people | $52,050 |
| 7 people | $55,650 |
| 8 people | $59,250 |
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 Marion 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.
GASTON AVENUE APARTMENTS
200 GASTON AVENUE, FAIRMONT, WV, 2655420 income-restricted units8 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049- Elderly
PLEASANT VIEW HOMES
200 GARRETT AVENUE, FAIRMONT, WV, 2655420 income-restricted units20 3BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049 MILLER SCHOOL
2 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, FAIRMONT, WV, 2655446 income-restricted units26 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047UNITY TERRACE
480 LEONARD AVE EXT, FAIRMONT, WV, 26554100 income-restricted units4 studio, 20 1BR, 50 2BR, 26 3BRBuilt 20114% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041FAIRMONT HILLS
788 CLEVELAND AVE, FAIRMONT, WV, 2655438 income-restricted units38 studio, 32 3BR, 6 4BR+Built 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031BIRCH VIEW APTS
1 BIRCHVIEW DR, FAIRMONT, WV, 2655440 income-restricted units32 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028MONONGAH HEIGHTS APTS
500 MONONGAH HTS, FAIRMONT, WV, 2655440 income-restricted units20 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 19964% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026MANNINGTON MANOR
311 PARKVIEW DR, MANNINGTON, WV, 2658230 income-restricted units6 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024
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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