Location: Houston County, TX | Metro: Houston County, TX
| Unit Size | Monthly FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio | $970 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,030 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,280 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,580 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,720 |
| 5 Bedrooms | $1,995 |
| 6 Bedrooms | $2,234 |
| 7 Bedrooms | $2,413 |
| 8 Bedrooms | $2,534 |
U.S. Census Bureau data (2024)
The economics of Section 8 in ZIP code 75858 operate under specific guidelines that impact both landlords and tenants. The SAFMR (Small Area Fair Market Rent) for a two-bedroom apartment in this ZIP code for fiscal year 2026 is set at $1,210. This figure represents the maximum amount that the housing authority will pay towards the rental subsidy for a two-bedroom unit in this area.
A voucher payment is calculated based on a few key components: the tenant's portion of the rent and any utility allowances. Typically, the tenant is responsible for paying approximately 30% of their adjusted income towards the rent. If we assume an average adjusted income of $2,000 per month for a tenant in ZIP 75858, the tenant would be required to pay $600 towards the rent.
The remaining 70% of the tenant's rent, which is covered by the housing authority, would be $1,400. However, since the SAFMR for ZIP 75858 is $1,210, the housing authority will only reimburse up to this amount. Therefore, in this scenario, the housing authority would cover $1,210 of the total rent, leaving a shortfall of $190 for the landlord.
In addition to the rent, utility allowances can vary. For simplicity, let's assume a standard utility allowance of $200. This allowance is directly paid to the tenant and is intended to help cover utilities such as electricity, water, and gas. It does not increase the SAFMR but rather complements it.
To summarize, in ZIP code 75858, landlords can expect the housing authority to pay a maximum of $1,210 for a two-bedroom apartment. With a tenant contributing $600 and receiving a utility allowance of $200, the total rent collected would be $800. This results in a reimbursement gap of $410 for landlords, meaning they receive $410 less than the SAFMR when considering the full rent plus utilities.
Note that these calculations are based on the assumption of average incomes and standard utility allowances. Actual figures may vary depending on the individual tenant's income and specific utility needs.
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.