Section 8 Fair Market Rent (FMR) for ZIP 23389 - 2027

Location: Accomack County, VA | Metro: Accomack County, VA

FY 2027 Fair Market Rent Rates

Unit Size Monthly FMR
Studio$780
1 Bedroom$880
2 Bedrooms$1,110
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,530
5 Bedrooms$1,775
6 Bedrooms$1,988
7 Bedrooms$2,147
8 Bedrooms$2,254

Demographics & Housing Statistics

U.S. Census Bureau data (2024)

Population
92
Median Household Income
$N/A
Housing Units
45
Renter Percentage
N/A
Occupancy Rate
100.0%
Renter Occupied
0

13 properties exist within ZIP code 23389, featuring a median assessed value of $259K and an average assessed value of $277,233. The highest property value in this area is $572K. The median household income stands at $70,417, while the median home value is $336,200. With a population density of 8,487 people per square mile, the neighborhood is densely populated.

100% of the properties are owner-occupied, indicating a strong residential community rather than an investment hub. There have been 0 flips since 2020, suggesting little speculative activity in the area.

$1,050 is the Fair Market Rent (FMR) for ZIP 23389 as of metro FY 2026. Given the lack of speculative activity and the low renter share at 0.0%, landlords should consider the FMR as a guideline for rental pricing.

The Section 8 verdict for ZIP 23389 is that it is not suitable for Section 8 investments due to the absence of renters and the high median home value relative to the median income.

Data Sources: FMR data from HUD (2027). Demographics from U.S. Census (2024).

About FMR: Fair Market Rent (FMR) is used to determine payment standards for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program, initial renewal rents for some expiring project-based Section 8 contracts, and rent ceilings for HOME Investment Partnerships.