Section 8 Fair Market Rent (FMR) for ZIP 36660 - 2027

Location: Mobile, AL | Metro: Mobile, AL MSA

FY 2027 Fair Market Rent Rates

Unit Size Monthly FMR
Studio$940
1 Bedroom$980
2 Bedrooms$1,140
3 Bedrooms$1,480
4 Bedrooms$1,570
5 Bedrooms$1,821
6 Bedrooms$2,040
7 Bedrooms$2,203
8 Bedrooms$2,313

The area covered by ZIP code 36660 in Alabama is characterized by its modest size and rural setting, which influences the housing market dynamics significantly. The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for the fiscal year 2024 provides a concrete benchmark for rental pricing in the region.

In summary, while the Fair Market Rent offers a reliable figure for setting rental prices at $1090 per month for a two-bedroom unit, the lack of detailed market data such as median home values, tenant demographics, and market rent rates presents challenges for precise market analysis. Landlords and small-portfolio investors should consider the stability of the FMR as a guide for their investment decisions in ZIP 36660, but they must also be prepared for the unpredictability inherent in less documented markets.

Data Sources: FMR data from HUD (2027).

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.