Housing authoritiesVAPeople Inc. of Southwest Virginia
People Inc. of Southwest Virginia
People Inc. of Southwest Virginia is based in Abingdon, Washington County, VA and administers 168 Section 8 vouchers.
HUD PHA code VA042. Program type: Section 8. Households served: 94. Occupancy: 55%. ZIP codes served: 11.
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Latest from People Inc. of Southwest Virginia
- Staff Spotlight: Jessica RoseThis announcement highlights Jessica Rose, a dedicated Weatherization Program Compliance Officer, who ensures the program runs efficiently by managing calls, waiting lists, client eligibility, and vendor bids.
- Building Stronger Foundations: The Story Behind “Get Your Money Right”This article discusses the challenges small business owners face when personal and business finances intertwine, and how People Incorporated Financial aims to help manage these issues.
- Staff Spotlight: Leslie Currle – Sweet Success Stories and Smart LendingThis spotlight features Leslie Currle, who supports small businesses by actively engaging with entrepreneurs, offering guidance, and helping them navigate financial decisions.
- People Incorporated Expands Housing and Survivor Support Services with New State and Federal FundingPeople Incorporated has secured over $570,000 in new funding to enhance housing stability and support services for survivors in Southwest Virginia, including a significant award for a down payment assistance program.
- People Incorporated Housing Group Celebrates Major Affordable Housing Investments and Community MilestonesPeople Incorporated Housing Group is celebrating substantial progress in expanding and preserving affordable housing, including nearly $8 million in new funding for affordable and special needs housing.
Fair Market Rent by ZIP code (FY2027)
HUD Fair Market Rent for each ZIP code this authority serves. Each ZIP code links to its own rent page.
| ZIP code | Studio | 1 bedroom | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24202 | $750 | $840 | $1,080 | $1,360 | $1,450 |
| 24210 | $750 | $840 | $1,080 | $1,360 | $1,450 |
| 24211 | $860 | $960 | $1,240 | $1,560 | $1,670 |
| 24236 | $750 | $840 | $1,080 | $1,360 | $1,450 |
| 24258 | $750 | $830 | $1,070 | $1,350 | $1,440 |
| 24270 | $750 | $820 | $1,050 | $1,330 | $1,440 |
| 24319 | $790 | $830 | $1,050 | $1,310 | $1,610 |
| 24327 | $750 | $840 | $1,080 | $1,370 | $1,460 |
| 24340 | $720 | $810 | $1,040 | $1,310 | $1,400 |
| 24361 | $810 | $900 | $1,160 | $1,460 | $1,560 |
| 24370 | $740 | $780 | $1,000 | $1,240 | $1,520 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
People Inc. of Southwest Virginia
1173 W Main St, Abingdon, VA 24210
Phone: (276) 623-9000
Official website: peopleinc.net
Email updates
About People Inc. of Southwest Virginia
Overview
People Inc. of Southwest Virginia operates as a voucher-only Section 8 housing authority, administering 168 Section 8 vouchers. These vouchers support 94 households, with an occupancy rate of 55%. The authority does not manage any public housing units, focusing solely on providing rental assistance to eligible families in Washington County, Virginia.
Scale and standing
People Inc. of Southwest Virginia ranks first among the two authorities serving the same ZIP codes in the area, outpacing its peer, the Abingdon Redevelopment and Housing Authority, which administers 121 Section 8 vouchers. On a broader scale, it holds the 33rd position among the 39 housing authorities in Virginia that offer Section 8 vouchers, reflecting its significant role in the region's housing assistance programs.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The two-bedroom Fair Market Rent (FMR) in the area ranges from $940 to $1180, with an average of $1032. This is below the state average of $1321. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is found in ZIP code 24211 at $1180, while the lowest is in ZIP code 24370 at $940.
Cities served
Section 8 Fair Market Rent by city in this authority's jurisdiction.
Other housing authorities serving these ZIP codes
Multiple authorities administer vouchers across the same area.
- Abingdon Redevelopment and Housing AuthorityAbingdon, VA, 121 vouchers
Source: US HUD Public Housing Authority data; Fair Market Rent FY2027. This is an independent reference page, not the authority's own site.