Location: Mason County, WV | Metro: Jackson County, WV
Based on 1% Rule: A+ (≥1.5%) | A (≥1.2%) | B (≥1.0%) | C (≥0.8%) | D (≥0.6%) | F (<0.6%)
| Unit Size | Monthly FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio | $960 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,090 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,280 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,610 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,810 |
| 5 Bedrooms | $2,100 |
| 6 Bedrooms | $2,352 |
| 7 Bedrooms | $2,540 |
| 8 Bedrooms | $2,667 |
Zillow median home prices vs Section 8 FMR rates (Data: 2026-07-31)
| Bedrooms | Monthly FMR | Median Price | 1% Rule | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3BR | $1,610 | $196,320 | 0.82% | C |
U.S. Census Bureau data (2024)
The economics of Section 8 in ZIP code 25239 are crucial for landlords and small-portfolio investors to understand. The SAFMR (Section 8 Area Fair Market Rent) for a two-bedroom apartment in this specific ZIP code for fiscal year 2024 is set at $1140. However, the local market rent for a similar unit is lower, running at $1012 according to Census ACS data.
A Section 8 voucher does not cover the entire rent amount; it reimburses landlords based on the difference between the tenant's portion and the SAFMR. Typically, the tenant is responsible for paying approximately 30% of their income towards rent. This amount, combined with utility allowances, will be deducted from the SAFMR to determine the actual reimbursement rate.
To illustrate, let's assume a tenant has an income that would require them to pay $300 towards the rent under the 30% rule. If there is an additional utility allowance of $150, these amounts would be subtracted from the SAFMR. Thus, the reimbursement calculation would look like this:
$1140 - ($300 + $150) = $690
This means the landlord would receive $690 from the Section 8 program for a two-bedroom apartment in ZIP 25239. Given the local market rent of $1012, there is a reimbursement gap of $322.
In summary, while the SAFMR sets a higher benchmark at $1140, the actual reimbursement is typically less due to the tenant's contribution and utility allowances. Landlords should expect a reimbursement that leaves a gap of about $322 per month compared to the local market rent for a two-bedroom unit.
Data Sources: FMR data from HUD (2027). Median home prices from Zillow (2026-07-31). 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.