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Hornell Housing Authority

87 E Washington St, Hornell, NY, 14843 · ~284 units under management

Fair Market Rent by unit size — Hornell, NY (2026)

Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency.

Who this agency serves

Hornell Housing Authority served 230 households across 284 units (81% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 1.7 people, an average annual income of $16,635, and pays an average of $387 per month toward rent.

Households served
230 of 284 units
Avg. household income
$16,635
Avg. rent paid by household
$387
Avg. household size
1.7 people
Households with children
22%
Head of household 62+
36%
Head of household with a disability
59%
Avg. wait to move in
11 months

Unit mix: 58% 1-bedroom, 19% 2-bedroom, 23% 3-bedroom.

Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.

Applying with this agency

Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Hornell Housing Authority directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.

Evaluating this market

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