Program: Section 8 · Public housing units: 0 · Section 8 vouchers: 385 · Households served: 210 · Occupancy: 54% · ZIP codes served: 6
The Big Spring Housing Authority operates as a voucher-only agency, administering 385 Section 8 vouchers. These vouchers support 210 households, with an occupancy rate of 54%. The agency does not manage any public housing units, focusing solely on providing rental assistance to eligible families in Howard County, Texas.
Among the 160 housing authorities in Texas that offer Section 8 vouchers, the Big Spring Housing Authority ranks 75th in terms of the number of vouchers administered. This places it in the middle tier of voucher providers within the state, reflecting its significant role in supporting low-income families in Howard County.
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for a two-bedroom unit in the area served by the Big Spring Housing Authority ranges from $1,170 to $1,690, with an average of $1,447. This is slightly higher than the state average of $1,378. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is found in ZIP code 79713 at $1,690, while the lowest is in ZIP code 79721 at $1,170.
| ZIP | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | 4BR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79511 | $1,000 | $1,010 | $1,280 | $1,580 | $1,910 |
| 79713 | $1,290 | $1,300 | $1,600 | $2,000 | $2,460 |
| 79720 | $1,290 | $1,300 | $1,600 | $2,000 | $2,460 |
| 79721 | $940 | $950 | $1,210 | $1,480 | $1,800 |
| 79733 | $940 | $950 | $1,210 | $1,480 | $1,800 |
| 79748 | $1,290 | $1,300 | $1,600 | $2,000 | $2,460 |
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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