Program: Low-Rent · Public housing units: 22 · Section 8 vouchers: 0 · Households served: 21 · Occupancy: 95% · ZIP codes served: 5
The Housing Authority of Balmorhea operates 22 public housing units and does not administer any Section 8 vouchers. The authority serves 21 households, maintaining a 95% occupancy rate. Its program type is Low-Rent, providing affordable housing options within Reeves County, Texas.
The Housing Authority of Balmorhea ranks first among the two authorities serving the same ZIP codes in Reeves and Ward Counties. Its peer, the Housing Authority of Pecos, also does not administer Section 8 vouchers. Despite the limited number of public housing units, Balmorhea's authority stands out for its high occupancy rate and focused service to the local community.
The Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom unit in the area ranges from $1,020 to $1,080, with an average of $1,068. This is lower than the state average of $1,378. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is found in ZIP code 79770, while the lowest is in ZIP code 79718.
| ZIP | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | 4BR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79718 | $840 | $930 | $1,110 | $1,390 | $1,560 |
| 79770 | $890 | $1,070 | $1,170 | $1,390 | $1,570 |
| 79772 | $890 | $1,070 | $1,170 | $1,420 | $1,610 |
| 79780 | $890 | $1,070 | $1,170 | $1,390 | $1,570 |
| 79785 | $890 | $1,070 | $1,170 | $1,390 | $1,570 |
Multiple authorities administer vouchers across the same area:
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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