Skagit County, WA Fair Market Rent & Section 8 (FY2026)
Official HUD Fair Market Rent for Skagit County (Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA MSA), with the typical 90–110% Section 8 voucher payment-standard range.
| Unit size | Fair Market Rent | Voucher range (90–110%) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,186 | $1,067–$1,305 |
| 1 BR | $1,311 | $1,180–$1,442 |
| 2 BR | $1,720 | $1,548–$1,892 |
| 3 BR | $2,392 | $2,153–$2,631 |
| 4 BR | $2,599 | $2,339–$2,859 |
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 Skagit 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 $1,548–$1,892/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 Skagit County, WA for 2026?
- For FY2026, HUD's Fair Market Rent in Skagit County (Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA MSA) is $1,186 for a studio, $1,311 for 1 bedroom, $1,720 for 2 bedrooms, $2,392 for 3 bedrooms, and $2,599 for 4 bedrooms.
- How much will a Section 8 voucher cover in Skagit County?
- Housing authorities set the payment standard between 90% and 110% of the Fair Market Rent. For a 2-bedroom in Skagit County that range is about $1,548–$1,892 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.