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Section 8 rent in Morgantown, WV

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Morgantown, WV MSA, covering 40 ZIP codes.

$1,010Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,111Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
40ZIP 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$780$800$900$880
1 Bedroom$780$804$900$884
2 Bedrooms$980$1,010$1,140$1,111
3 Bedrooms$1,220$1,245$1,370$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,650$1,694$1,910$1,863

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$2,020$24,240
Triplex3 × 2BR$3,030$36,360
Fourplex4 × 2BR$4,040$48,480
Fourplex4 × 3BR$4,980$59,760

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

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 40 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
26508 $900 $1,140 $1,370 $1,910
26505 $880 $1,110 $1,340 $1,860
26506 $880 $1,110 $1,340 $1,860
26504 $860 $1,080 $1,300 $1,810
26507 $860 $1,080 $1,300 $1,810
26527 $860 $1,080 $1,300 $1,810
26531 $860 $1,080 $1,300 $1,810
26542 $860 $1,080 $1,300 $1,810
26554 $860 $1,060 $1,290 $1,650
26534 $810 $1,030 $1,240 $1,730
26501 $800 $1,010 $1,220 $1,700
26546 $800 $1,010 $1,230 $1,700
26585 $810 $1,010 $1,230 $1,670
26354 $790 $990 $1,230 $1,670
26374 $780 $990 $1,220 $1,650

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Morgantown, WV?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Morgantown, WV MSA is $1,010 per month, ranging from $980 to $1,140 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 $1,111.
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 Morgantown, WV, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $980 to $1,140 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 West Virginia?
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