Program: Section 8 · Public housing units: 0 · Section 8 vouchers: 195 · Households served: 147 · Occupancy: 75% · ZIP codes served: 5
The James City County Office of Housing operates as a voucher-only agency, administering 195 Section 8 vouchers. These vouchers serve 147 households, with an occupancy rate of 75%. The agency does not manage any public housing units, focusing solely on providing rental assistance to eligible families in the Williamsburg area.
Among the 39 housing authorities in Virginia that offer Section 8 vouchers, the James City County Office of Housing ranks 32nd in terms of voucher size. This places it in the middle tier of agencies within the state, serving a significant number of households while maintaining a focused and efficient operation.
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for a two-bedroom unit in the area ranges from $1,630 to $1,810, with an average of $1,724. This is higher than the state average of $1,321. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom is in ZIP code 23188 at $1,810, while the lowest is in ZIP code 23089 at $1,630.
| ZIP | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | 4BR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23081 | $1,520 | $1,530 | $1,720 | $2,370 | $2,800 |
| 23089 | $1,490 | $1,540 | $1,690 | $2,150 | $2,610 |
| 23168 | $1,500 | $1,520 | $1,700 | $2,340 | $2,760 |
| 23185 | $1,530 | $1,550 | $1,740 | $2,400 | $2,830 |
| 23188 | $1,560 | $1,580 | $1,770 | $2,440 | $2,880 |
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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