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Section 8 rent in Decatur, AL

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Decatur, AL MSA, covering 25 ZIP codes.

$941Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,035Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
25ZIP Codes

Fair market rent by bedroom count

Base SAFMR across all ZIP codes in this market. Housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates.

BedroomsLowest ZIPAverageHighest ZIPAvg 110% Standard
Studio$670$737$960$811
1 Bedroom$690$766$1,030$843
2 Bedrooms$840$941$1,230$1,035
3 Bedrooms$1,090$1,225$1,610$1,347
4 Bedrooms$1,220$1,428$1,930$1,571

Small multifamily Section 8 income

Estimated gross monthly and annual rent for 2-to-4 unit properties, assuming every unit is rented to Section 8 at this market's average fair market rent. Small multifamily is a favorite for long-term buy-and-hold investors stacking stable voucher income across multiple doors.

Property TypeUnit MixGross Monthly RentGross Annual Rent
Duplex2 × 2BR$1,882$22,584
Triplex3 × 2BR$2,823$33,876
Fourplex4 × 2BR$3,764$45,168
Fourplex4 × 3BR$4,900$58,800

Gross scheduled rent before vacancy, maintenance and management. Run any Alabama multifamily listing through RealG to model it against real operating costs, or try the rental property calculator.

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 25 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
35621 $1,000 $1,230 $1,610 $1,930
35775 $1,030 $1,230 $1,590 $1,930
35016 $1,000 $1,130 $1,420 $1,580
35619 $880 $1,070 $1,410 $1,690
35087 $860 $1,060 $1,370 $1,590
35622 $810 $1,000 $1,310 $1,570
35603 $790 $960 $1,260 $1,510
35601 $780 $950 $1,250 $1,500
35602 $770 $940 $1,240 $1,480
35640 $770 $940 $1,240 $1,480
35019 $700 $910 $1,180 $1,320
35058 $710 $910 $1,180 $1,360
35179 $720 $910 $1,180 $1,320
35540 $700 $910 $1,180 $1,320
35670 $710 $910 $1,180 $1,370

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Decatur, AL?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Decatur, AL MSA is $941 per month, ranging from $840 to $1,230 depending on ZIP code. Local housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates, so the average 2-bedroom payment standard can reach $1,035.
What is a Small Area Fair Market Rent (SAFMR)?
SAFMRs are fair market rents that HUD publishes at the ZIP code level instead of one rate for a whole metro area. They reflect what modest rental housing actually costs in each ZIP, which means higher payment standards in more expensive neighborhoods. Housing choice voucher payments in this market are based on these rates.
Why do rents vary so much between ZIP codes here?
In Decatur, AL, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $840 to $1,230 per month. HUD sets each ZIP's rate from local rent data, so neighborhoods with stronger rental markets get higher voucher payment standards. For investors, the spread matters: the same house price can produce very different Section 8 rents a few ZIP codes apart.
How do I find Section 8 investment properties in Alabama?
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