The PHA sets a payment standard ranging from 90% to 110% of the Fair Market Rents (FMRs).

Covington County, MS, MS

In the year 2021, as a landlord, if you're looking to rent your property to a Section 8 tenant or another housing voucher program in Covington County, MS, you can consider the following rental prices based on HUD income limits.

Efficiency:The efficiency rental rates range from a low of $492 to a high of $602, with an average of $547.
One-bedroom: One-bedroom rental prices vary, with a minimum of $493, a maximum of $603, and an average of $548.
Two-bedroom: The rental rates for two-bedroom apartments exhibit a range, starting at a minimum of $629, peaking at a maximum of $769, and averaging at $699.
Three-bedroom: Three-bedroom rental rates exhibit a range, with a minimum of $801, a maximum of $979, and an average of $890.
Four-bedroom: The rental prices for four-bedroom properties fluctuate, ranging from a minimum of $869 to a maximum of $1,063, with an average of $966.

The fair market rent mentioned already includes all utilities. If a landlord chooses not to provide utility coverage, they can subtract the utility costs from the rent to determine the adjusted rental price.

Each housing authority establishes its own rental rates, so you should check the pricing set by that specific housing authority to determine the maximum amount they can offer. It's advisable to adhere to their pricing guidelines.

To apply for Section 8 housing, you can check your income against the Covington County, MS Housing Choice voucher income limit to determine your eligibility.

HUD's Fair Market Rent guides Section 8 rates for your rental unit.

Year Area HUD Fair Market Rent Bedrooms
Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Bedroom
2021 Covington County, MS, MS Low Rent (90%) $492 $493 $629 $801 $869
Average Rent $547 $548 $699 $890 $966
High Rent(110%) $602 $603 $769 $979 $1,063
2020 Covington County, MS, MS Low Rent (90%) $459 $465 $613 $764 $853
Average Rent $510 $517 $681 $849 $948
High Rent (110%) $561 $569 $749 $934 $1,043
2019 Covington County, MS, MS Low Rent (90%) $440 $482 $607 $760 $836
Average Rent $489 $536 $674 $844 $929
High Rent(110%) $538 $590 $741 $928 $1,022
2018 Covington County, MS, MS Low Rent (90%) $419 $475 $595 $820 $823
Average Rent $466 $528 $661 $911 $914
High Rent (110%) $513 $581 $727 $1,002 $1,005
2017 Covington County, MS, MS Low Rent (90%) $428 $491 $613 $842 $845
Average Rent $476 $546 $681 $936 $939
High Rent(110%) $524 $601 $749 $1,030 $1,033


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