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Section 8 rent in Watauga County, NC

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Watauga County, NC, covering 10 ZIP codes.

$1,175Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,293Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
10ZIP 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$700$827$920$910
1 Bedroom$820$924$1,030$1,016
2 Bedrooms$1,030$1,175$1,310$1,293
3 Bedrooms$1,260$1,440$1,600$1,584
4 Bedrooms$1,750$1,954$2,190$2,149

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$2,350$28,200
Triplex3 × 2BR$3,525$42,300
Fourplex4 × 2BR$4,700$56,400
Fourplex4 × 3BR$5,760$69,120

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

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 10 of 10 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
28679 $1,030 $1,310 $1,600 $2,190
28607 $1,020 $1,290 $1,570 $2,170
28605 $1,000 $1,270 $1,550 $2,130
28692 $990 $1,260 $1,540 $2,120
28618 $960 $1,220 $1,490 $2,050
28604 $910 $1,180 $1,430 $1,880
28622 $870 $1,110 $1,360 $1,750
28684 $820 $1,050 $1,340 $1,750
28645 $820 $1,030 $1,260 $1,750
28698 $820 $1,030 $1,260 $1,750

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Watauga County, NC?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Watauga County, NC is $1,175 per month, ranging from $1,030 to $1,310 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 $1,293.
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 Watauga County, NC, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $1,030 to $1,310 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 North Carolina?
RealG searches live listings across North Carolina, runs Section 8 numbers on every property using these HUD rates, and grades each deal A through D against your buying criteria. You can start free with no credit card and see graded deals in this market in minutes.

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