Knox County, ME Fair Market Rent & Section 8 (FY2026)
Official HUD Fair Market Rent for Knox County (Knox County, ME), with the typical 90–110% Section 8 voucher payment-standard range.
| Unit size | Fair Market Rent | Voucher range (90–110%) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,223 | $1,101–$1,345 |
| 1 BR | $1,270 | $1,143–$1,397 |
| 2 BR | $1,526 | $1,373–$1,679 |
| 3 BR | $1,928 | $1,735–$2,121 |
| 4 BR | $2,085 | $1,877–$2,294 |
Source: HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents. Voucher range = 90–110% of FMR (your PHA sets the exact standard).
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What this means
If you rent (or are renting out) a home in Knox County with a Housing Choice Voucher, the housing authority caps assistance at its payment standard — usually 90–110% of the Fair Market Rent above. A 2-bedroom payment standard here is roughly $1,373–$1,679/month. The tenant generally pays about 30% of adjusted income toward rent and utilities, and the voucher covers the rest up to the standard. The unit must also pass a housing-quality inspection and a rent-reasonableness check.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Fair Market Rent in Knox County, ME for 2026?
- For FY2026, HUD's Fair Market Rent in Knox County (Knox County, ME) is $1,223 for a studio, $1,270 for 1 bedroom, $1,526 for 2 bedrooms, $1,928 for 3 bedrooms, and $2,085 for 4 bedrooms.
- How much will a Section 8 voucher cover in Knox County?
- Housing authorities set the payment standard between 90% and 110% of the Fair Market Rent. For a 2-bedroom in Knox County that range is about $1,373–$1,679 per month. Your local PHA sets the exact figure, and your share is generally about 30% of your adjusted monthly income.
- Is Fair Market Rent the same as the voucher amount?
- No. FMR is HUD's rent estimate for the area; the voucher payment standard is set by your local Public Housing Authority within 90–110% of FMR, and the rent must also pass a "rent reasonableness" review and a housing-quality inspection.