Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Madison County, Alabama
Madison County has a HUD fair market rent of $1,341 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $1,209 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $25.79 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,341
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 15% more than in Alabama
- Typical rent
- $1,209
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 20% more than in Alabama
- Wage needed
- $25.79
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $53,640 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 44%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 9% less than in Alabama
Only here
Renting in Madison County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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At $86,499, Madison County ranks 2nd among the 67 counties in Alabama for the highest typical household income.
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Madison County has the highest typical rent in its area: $1,209, more than any of its 6 neighboring counties; next is Limestone County ($970).
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At $1,209, Madison County ranks 4th among the 67 counties in Alabama for the highest typical rent.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Madison County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in Madison County was $1,378 a month in September 2026: 2.5% more than 12 months ago. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,119 | $21.52 | $44,760 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,177 | $22.63 | $47,080 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,341 | $25.79 | $53,640 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,735 | $33.37 | $69,400 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,241 | $43.10 | $89,640 |
HUD area: Huntsville, AL MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 24 ZIP codes in Madison County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,180 in 35748 to $2,010 in 35808. 13 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($1,341).
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 35741 | Huntsville, AL | $1,260 | $1,330 | $1,510 | $1,950 | $2,520 |
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| 35748 | Huntsville, AL | $930 | $1,030 | $1,180 | $1,530 | $1,900 |
| 35748 | Jackson County, AL | $930 | $1,030 | $1,180 | $1,530 | $1,900 |
| 35749 | Huntsville, AL | $1,360 | $1,430 | $1,630 | $2,110 | $2,720 |
| 35750 | Huntsville, AL | $1,060 | $1,110 | $1,270 | $1,640 | $2,120 |
| 35757 | Huntsville, AL | $1,460 | $1,540 | $1,750 | $2,260 | $2,930 |
| 35758 | Huntsville, AL | $1,360 | $1,430 | $1,630 | $2,110 | $2,720 |
| 35759 | Huntsville, AL | $1,380 | $1,450 | $1,650 | $2,130 | $2,760 |
| 35760 | Huntsville, AL | $930 | $1,030 | $1,180 | $1,530 | $1,900 |
| 35760 | Marshall County, AL | $930 | $1,030 | $1,180 | $1,530 | $1,900 |
| 35761 | Huntsville, AL | $1,020 | $1,070 | $1,220 | $1,580 | $2,040 |
| 35763 | Huntsville, AL | $1,680 | $1,760 | $2,010 | $2,600 | $3,360 |
| 35773 | Huntsville, AL | $1,140 | $1,200 | $1,370 | $1,770 | $2,290 |
| 35801 | Huntsville, AL | $1,210 | $1,270 | $1,450 | $1,880 | $2,420 |
| 35802 | Huntsville, AL | $1,080 | $1,130 | $1,290 | $1,670 | $2,160 |
| 35803 | Huntsville, AL | $1,190 | $1,260 | $1,430 | $1,850 | $2,390 |
| 35805 | Huntsville, AL | $930 | $1,030 | $1,180 | $1,530 | $1,900 |
| 35806 | Huntsville, AL | $1,300 | $1,370 | $1,560 | $2,020 | $2,610 |
| 35808 | Huntsville, AL | $1,680 | $1,760 | $2,010 | $2,600 | $3,360 |
| 35810 | Huntsville, AL | $1,040 | $1,100 | $1,250 | $1,620 | $2,090 |
| 35811 | Huntsville, AL | $1,070 | $1,120 | $1,280 | $1,660 | $2,140 |
| 35816 | Huntsville, AL | $930 | $1,030 | $1,180 | $1,530 | $1,900 |
| 35824 | Huntsville, AL | $1,280 | $1,340 | $1,530 | $1,980 | $2,560 |
| 35896 | Huntsville, AL | $1,150 | $1,210 | $1,380 | $1,780 | $2,310 |
- 35741 · Huntsville, AL $1,510$1,950
- 35748 · Huntsville, AL $1,180$1,530
- 35748 · Jackson County, AL $1,180$1,530
- 35749 · Huntsville, AL $1,630$2,110
- 35750 · Huntsville, AL $1,270$1,640
- 35757 · Huntsville, AL $1,750$2,260
- 35758 · Huntsville, AL $1,630$2,110
- 35759 · Huntsville, AL $1,650$2,130
- 35760 · Huntsville, AL $1,180$1,530
- 35760 · Marshall County, AL $1,180$1,530
- 35761 · Huntsville, AL $1,220$1,580
- 35763 · Huntsville, AL $2,010$2,600
- 35773 · Huntsville, AL $1,370$1,770
- 35801 · Huntsville, AL $1,450$1,880
- 35802 · Huntsville, AL $1,290$1,670
- 35803 · Huntsville, AL $1,430$1,850
- 35805 · Huntsville, AL $1,180$1,530
- 35806 · Huntsville, AL $1,560$2,020
- 35808 · Huntsville, AL $2,010$2,600
- 35810 · Huntsville, AL $1,250$1,620
- 35811 · Huntsville, AL $1,280$1,660
- 35816 · Huntsville, AL $1,180$1,530
- 35824 · Huntsville, AL $1,530$1,980
- 35896 · Huntsville, AL $1,380$1,780
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Madison County, 44% of renter households are in that position; in Alabama, 49%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
44%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
52,297 households rent in Madison County
- Spend half or more of their income 21%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 23%
- Spend less than 30% 56%
Compared with the state and the country
- Madison 44%
- Alabama 49%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Madison County
HUD lists 51 properties with homes for low-income households in Madison County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 25
- HUD-assisted
- 12
- public housing
- 17
4,572 homes in all; 4,269 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Northwoods Public housing 2904A Klondike Ave NW, Huntsville 35816 447 homes, 443 low-income · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville · Average payment: $340 a month · Average wait: 27 months · (256) 539-0774
- Tanner Homes Public housing 106A Garner St, Madison 35758 300 homes, 299 low-income · Run by Top of Alabama Regional Housing Authority · Average payment: $391 a month · Average wait: 17 months · (256) 593-9164
- Garden Cove Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3315 Dunn Dr SW, Huntsville 35805 199 low-income homes · 1 bd: 47 · 2 bd: 100 · 3 bd: 52 · In service since 2008 · For people with disabilities, families
- Lincoln Public housing 201A Webster Dr NW, Huntsville 35801 194 homes, 193 low-income · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville · Average payment: $299 a month · Average wait: 21 months · (256) 539-0774
- Lakeshore Crossing Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 6300 Rime Village Dr NW, Huntsville 35806 160 low-income homes · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 96 · 3 bd: 40 · In service since 2004 · For families
- Valley Garden Apartments II HUD-assisted 2516 12th St SW, Huntsville 35805 144 low-income homes · For families · (256) 536-3743
- Butler Terrace Public housing 104A Seminole Dr SW, Huntsville 35805 120 homes, 119 low-income · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville · Average payment: $297 a month · Average wait: 25 months · (256) 539-0774
- Johnson Towers Public housing 216 Seminole Dr SW, Huntsville 35805 120 homes, 119 low-income · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville · Average payment: $353 a month · Average wait: 40 months · (256) 539-0774
- Dunwoody Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 5401 Millennium Dr NW, Huntsville 35806 112 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 44 · 3 bd: 56 · In service since 2008 · For people with disabilities, families
- Mayfair Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 4005 Fremont Ave SW, Huntsville 35805 112 low-income homes · 1 bd: 28 · 2 bd: 56 · 3 bd: 28 · In service since 1994 · For families
- L.R. Patton Apts. Public housing 228A Binford Dr SW, Huntsville 35805 110 homes, 106 low-income · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville · Average payment: $353 a month · Average wait: 33 months · (256) 539-0774
- Huntsville Summit Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 111 Walker Ave NE, Huntsville 35801 101 low-income homes · 1 bd: 86 · 2 bd: 15 · In service since 2006 · For older adults · (256) 536-4113
- Todd Towers Public housing 204 Greene St NE, Huntsville 35801 100 low-income homes · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville · Average payment: $333 a month · Average wait: 7 months · (256) 539-0774
- Burgundy Square Tax credit (LIHTC) 207 Binford Dr SW, Huntsville 35805 90 low-income homes · 1 bd: 14 · 2 bd: 76 · In service since 1990 · For older adults, people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Westgate Apts I (huntsville) Tax credit (LIHTC) 2211 Pizitz Dr SW, Huntsville 35805 87 low-income homes · 1 bd: 19 · 2 bd: 68 · In service since 1993 · For families
- Gateway Place Tax credit (LIHTC) · Public housing 715 Gallatin St SW, Huntsville 35801 86 low-income homes · 1 bd: 81 · 2 bd: 5 · In service since 2010 · For older adults, people with disabilities · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville · (256) 539-0774
- Presbyterian Apts HUD-assisted 2211 Country Club Ave NW, Huntsville 35816 206 homes, 82 low-income · For older adults · (256) 533-1670
- Stonehurst Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2040 Blue Spring Rd NW, Huntsville 35810 80 low-income homes · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 20 · In service since 2005 · For people with disabilities, families
- Stoneridge Villas F/K/A Balch Road Senior Cottages Tax credit (LIHTC) 1730 Balch Rd, Madison 35757 80 low-income homes · In service since 2019 · For people with disabilities
- Searcy Homes Public housing 400A Holmes Ave NW, Huntsville 35801 78 low-income homes · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville · Average payment: $370 a month · Average wait: 21 months · (256) 539-0774
- Huntsville Adventist Apartments HUD-assisted 3409 Venona Ave NW, Huntsville 35810 76 low-income homes · For older adults · (256) 852-5402
- Scattered Sites Public housing 9021 Mahogany Row SE, Huntsville 35802 76 low-income homes · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville · Average payment: $517 a month · Average wait: 36 months · Homes at several sites · (256) 539-0774
- Willow Run Towers HUD-assisted 1915 Rideout Dr NW, Huntsville 35806 76 low-income homes · For older adults · (256) 830-1046
- Westlake Apartments HUD-assisted 1901 Sparkman Dr NW, Huntsville 35816 72 low-income homes · For families · (256) 837-8502
- Brookside Public housing 2002A Brookside St SW, Huntsville 35805 72 homes, 70 low-income · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville · Average payment: $349 a month · Average wait: 6 months · (256) 539-0774
- Russel Erskine Building Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 115 Clinton Ave E, Huntsville 35801 69 low-income homes · 1 bd: 53 · 2 bd: 16 · In service since 2003 · For older adults, people with disabilities · (256) 539-5668
- Eagle's Landing Development Tax credit (LIHTC) 162 Royal Dr, Madison 35758 64 low-income homes · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 40 · In service since 2010 · For people with disabilities, families
- Brook Haven Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 135 Fairview Farm Way, Huntsville 35811 63 low-income homes · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 31 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 2006 · For people with disabilities, families
- Lenox Park Tax credit (LIHTC) Old Blue Spring Road NW, Huntsville 35810 60 low-income homes · In service since 2017
- Oaks Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4121 Newson Rd SW, Huntsville 35805 58 low-income homes · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 38 · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 1996 · For families
- Dublin Village HUD-assisted 106 W Dublin Dr, Madison 35758 58 homes, 57 low-income · For older adults · (256) 772-0220
- Franklin Hills Tax credit (LIHTC) 5300 Millennium Dr NW, Huntsville 35806 56 low-income homes · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 48 · In service since 2013 · For older adults
- Mayfair Towers HUD-assisted 4701 Whitesport Cir SW, Huntsville 35801 54 low-income homes · For older adults · (256) 883-6108
- Patterson Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 2640 Blue Spring Rd NW, Huntsville 35810 52 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 26 · 3 bd: 14 · In service since 1999 · For older adults
- Arlington Park Tax credit (LIHTC) 135 Royal Dr, Madison 35758 50 low-income homes · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 1993 · For people with disabilities, families
- Cherokee Bend Apts HUD-assisted 4177 Newson Rd SW, Huntsville 35805 50 low-income homes · For families · (256) 883-4207
- Mountain Ridge Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 449 Hobbs Rd SE, Huntsville 35803 50 low-income homes · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 14 · In service since 1998 · For families
- Castlewood Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2400 1st St SW, Huntsville 35805 58 homes, 49 low-income · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 28 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2001 · For people with disabilities, families
- Stone Manor Public housing 7720 Benaroya Ln SW, Huntsville 35802 50 homes, 49 low-income · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville · Average payment: $536 a month · Average wait: 19 months · (256) 539-0774
- Eagle Pointe Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 140 Royal Dr, Madison 35758 48 low-income homes · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2000 · For people with disabilities, families
- Garden Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2301 Old Blue Spring Rd NW, Huntsville 35810 56 homes, 47 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 40 · In service since 2001 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Olympia Gardens Tax credit (LIHTC) 3332 Meridian St N, Huntsville 35811 48 homes, 40 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 28 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2002 · For people with disabilities, families
- Chestnut Glen Public housing 6835 Research Park Blvd NW, Huntsville 35806 40 low-income homes · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville · Average payment: $667 a month · Average wait: 17 months · Homes at several sites · (256) 539-0774
- Legacy Hill Public housing 210 Winchester Rd NE, Huntsville 35811 40 low-income homes · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville · Average payment: $593 a month · Average wait: 21 months · Homes at several sites · (256) 539-0774
- Westbrooke Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2321 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville 35805 32 low-income homes · 2 bd: 32 · In service since 1994 · For families
- Triana Ha Public housing 151-1 7th St, Madison 35756 24 low-income homes · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Triana, · Average payment: $501 a month · Average wait: 25 months · (256) 772-0524
- The Lighthouse HUD-assisted 1940 Max Luther Dr NW, Huntsville 35811 19 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (256) 858-0190
- Westgate Apts II (huntsville) Tax credit (LIHTC) 2211 Pizitz Dr SW, Huntsville 35805 16 low-income homes · 1 bd: 16 · In service since 1994 · For families
- Phoenix House Apartments HUD-assisted 4400 Knight Rd SW, Huntsville 35805 14 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (256) 883-6108
- Stoneridge Villas Public housing 1700 Balch Rd, Madison 35757 80 homes, 5 low-income · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville · Homes at several sites · (256) 539-0774
- Stoneridge Villas II Public housing 1700 Balch Rd, Madison 35757 65 homes, 3 low-income · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville · Homes at several sites · (256) 539-0774
3 properties have two programs at the same address and appear once. Search HUD's map
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Madison County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 2 agencies serve in Madison County. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
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| 1 person | $24,200 | $40,300 | $64,500 |
| 2 people | $27,650 | $46,050 | $73,700 |
| 3 people | $31,100 | $51,800 | $82,900 |
| 4 people | $34,550 | $57,550 | $92,100 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $62,200 | $99,500 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $66,800 | $106,850 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $71,400 | $114,250 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $76,000 | $121,600 |
Area median income: $115,100. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Huntsville, AL MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $1,007 – $1,231
- 1 bedroom $1,059 – $1,295
- 2 bedrooms $1,207 – $1,475
- 3 bedrooms $1,562 – $1,909
- 4 bedrooms $2,017 – $2,465
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
- The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 2,078 vouchers · 1,664 public housing units (256) 539-0774 The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville: tmcginnis@hsvha.org
- The Housing Authority of the City of Triana, Public housing · 24 public housing units (256) 772-0524 The Housing Authority of the City of Triana,: Trianaha@outlook.com
Housing agencies in Alabama Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in Alabama
What Alabama law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- How much can they charge for a deposit?
- Up to 1 month of rent
- Ala. Code §35-9A-201(a)
- When must they return my deposit?
- 60 calendar days
- Ala. Code §35-9A-201(b)-(c)
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 7 business days
- Ala. Code §35-9A-421(b)
- How much notice ends a month-to-month rental?
- 30 calendar days
- Ala. Code §35-9A-441(b)
- Only a court order can remove youAla. Code §35-9A-427
- Protection from retaliationAla. Code §35-9A-501(a)
Help
Where to get help with rent in Madison County
These HUD-approved agencies have offices in Madison County. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Community Action Partnership, Huntsville/Madison & Limestone Counties, Inc
3516 Stringfield Rd NW, Huntsville
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Mortgage delinquency workshops
- and 7 more
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Family Services Center, Inc.
520 Madison St SE, Huntsville
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and financial counseling
- and 7 more
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Nid-Hca Madison
1525 Perimeter Pkwy NW, Huntsville
- Budget and credit workshops
- Home improvement and repairs
- and 5 more
Tool
How much cash do you need to move in?
It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in Madison County. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.
Count power on top of the rent: in Alabama, the average home bill was $174 a month in 2024 (EIA). See electricity and gas costs
Your move
We use the place's fair market rent and the state's deposit rule.
Adjust advanced details
Let's do the math
Cash to move in
$2,682
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $1,341
- Security deposit
- $1,341
- Total
- $2,682
When you'll have it
Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.
What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
- On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
- Never send money for a home you haven't seen or a lease you haven't read.
This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Madison County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $1,119; 1 bedroom: $1,177; 2 bedrooms: $1,341; 3 bedrooms: $1,735; 4 bedrooms: $2,241. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Madison County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($1,341) without spending more than 30% of income takes $25.79 an hour full time, or $53,640 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Madison County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $57,550 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in Madison County?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $1,207 and $1,475 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Madison County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,180 in 35748 to $2,010 in 35808. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in Madison County?
HUD lists 51 properties with homes for low-income households in Madison County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Madison County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Madison County, 44% of renter households are in that position; in Alabama, 49%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).