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City of Amarillo

808 S Buchanan St, Amarillo, TX, 79101 · ~1,851 units under management

Fair Market Rent by unit size — Amarillo, 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

City of Amarillo served 1,117 households across 1,851 units (60% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 2.1 people, an average annual income of $13,299, and pays an average of $358 per month toward rent.

Households served
1,117 of 1,851 units
Avg. household income
$13,299
Avg. rent paid by household
$358
Avg. household size
2.1 people
Households with children
39%
Head of household 62+
30%
Head of household with a disability
42%
Avg. wait to move in
8 months

Unit mix: 40% 1-bedroom, 26% 2-bedroom, 33% 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 City of Amarillo 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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