Program: Section 8 · Public housing units: 0 · Section 8 vouchers: 848 · Households served: 632 · Occupancy: 74% · ZIP codes served: 3
The Municipality of Mayagüez operates a Section 8 voucher-only program, administering 848 vouchers. These vouchers serve 632 households, with an occupancy rate of 74%. The program does not manage any public housing units, focusing solely on providing rental assistance to eligible families in the Mayagüez area.
Among the 74 housing authorities in Puerto Rico, the Municipality of Mayagüez ranks 7th in terms of the number of Section 8 vouchers it administers. This places it in a significant position, serving a notable portion of the state's voucher recipients. While it is not the largest, it still plays a crucial role in providing housing assistance to the community.
The Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom unit in the Mayagüez area ranges from $520 to $570, with an average of $537. This is below the state average of $640. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom is found in ZIP code 00682 at $570, while the lowest is in ZIP code 00670 at $520.
| ZIP | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | 4BR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00670 | $460 | $470 | $520 | $700 | $740 |
| 00680 | $510 | $530 | $580 | $720 | $900 |
| 00682 | $560 | $590 | $640 | $800 | $1,000 |
Source: US HUD Public Housing Authority data; Fair Market Rent FY2027. This is an independent reference page, not the authority's own site.
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