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Austin Housing Authority

1124 S Ih 35, Austin, TX, 78704 · ~6,972 units under management

Fair Market Rent by unit size — Austin, TX (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

Austin Housing Authority served 5,830 households across 7,047 units (83% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 2.2 people, an average annual income of $17,774, and pays an average of $478 per month toward rent.

Households served
5,830 of 7,047 units
Avg. household income
$17,774
Avg. rent paid by household
$478
Avg. household size
2.2 people
Households with children
39%
Head of household 62+
27%
Head of household with a disability
51%
Avg. wait to move in
26 months

Unit mix: 30% 1-bedroom, 33% 2-bedroom, 37% 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 Austin 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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