Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Wilson County, Texas
Wilson County has a HUD fair market rent of $1,441 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $1,069 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $27.71 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,441
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 3% less than in Texas
- Typical rent
- $1,069
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 24% less than in Texas
- Wage needed
- $27.71
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $57,640 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 41%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 20% less than in Texas
Only here
Renting in Wilson County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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At 85%, Wilson County ranks 9th among the 251 counties in Texas with this figure for the highest homeownership rate.
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Nearby, in Gonzales County, the typical rent is $840: 21% less than in Wilson County ($1,069).
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At $94,565, Wilson County ranks 14th among the 250 counties in Texas with this figure for the highest typical household income.
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 Wilson 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 Wilson County was $1,582 a month in September 2026. 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 | $1,099 | $21.13 | $43,960 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,196 | $23.00 | $47,840 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,441 | $27.71 | $57,640 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,864 | $35.85 | $74,560 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,163 | $41.60 | $86,520 |
HUD area: San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. 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 10 ZIP codes in Wilson County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,160 in 78143 to $1,300 in 78113. No ZIP code is above the county's fair market rent ($1,441).
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)
| 78113 | Atascosa County, TX | $990 | $1,070 | $1,300 | $1,680 | $1,900 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78113 | Karnes County, TX | $990 | $1,070 | $1,300 | $1,680 | $1,900 |
| 78113 | San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $990 | $1,070 | $1,300 | $1,680 | $1,900 |
| 78114 | Atascosa County, TX | $950 | $1,030 | $1,240 | $1,600 | $1,860 |
| 78114 | San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $950 | $1,030 | $1,240 | $1,600 | $1,860 |
| 78121 | San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $980 | $1,060 | $1,280 | $1,660 | $1,920 |
| 78143 | San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $870 | $950 | $1,160 | $1,530 | $1,740 |
| 78147 | San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $950 | $1,030 | $1,240 | $1,600 | $1,860 |
| 78160 | San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $920 | $1,000 | $1,210 | $1,570 | $1,820 |
| 78161 | San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $960 | $1,040 | $1,250 | $1,620 | $1,880 |
- 78113 · Atascosa County, TX $1,300$1,680
- 78113 · Karnes County, TX $1,300$1,680
- 78113 · San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $1,300$1,680
- 78114 · Atascosa County, TX $1,240$1,600
- 78114 · San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $1,240$1,600
- 78121 · San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $1,280$1,660
- 78143 · San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $1,160$1,530
- 78147 · San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $1,240$1,600
- 78160 · San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $1,210$1,570
- 78161 · San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $1,250$1,620
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 Wilson County, 41% of renter households are in that position; in Texas, 52%, 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.
41%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
2,774 households rent in Wilson County
- Spend half or more of their income 25%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 16%
- Spend less than 30% 59%
Compared with the state and the country
- Wilson 41%
- Texas 52%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Wilson County
HUD lists 6 properties with homes for low-income households in Wilson 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)
- 3
- HUD-assisted
- 1
- public housing
- 2
302 homes in all; 274 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Floresville Square Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 100 Betty Jean Dr, Floresville 78114 70 low-income homes · 1 bd: 30 · 2 bd: 36 · 3 bd: 4 · In service since 2007
- Highland Oaks Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2120 10th St, Floresville 78114 76 homes, 58 low-income · In service since 2002
- Cayetano Villas of La Vernia Tax credit (LIHTC) 400 Block of FM 1346, La Vernia 78121 48 homes, 41 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 8 · In service since 2016
- None Public housing 1300 Pine St, Floresville 78114 42 homes, 40 low-income · Run by Floresville Housing Authority · Average payment: $407 a month · Average wait: 14 months · Homes at several sites · (830) 393-6560
- Alamo Apartments HUD-assisted 2000 3rd St, Floresville 78114 36 low-income homes · For families · (830) 216-7527
- Senior Citizens Apts. Public housing 701 W Jackson St, Stockdale 78160 30 homes, 29 low-income · Run by Stockdale Housing Authority · Average payment: $425 a month · Average wait: 8 months · (830) 996-3741
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 Wilson 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 Wilson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $21,150 | $35,250 | $56,350 |
| 2 people | $24,200 | $40,250 | $64,400 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $45,300 | $72,450 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $50,300 | $80,500 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $54,350 | $86,950 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $58,350 | $93,400 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $62,400 | $99,850 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $66,400 | $106,300 |
Area median income: $100,600. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $989 – $1,209
- 1 bedroom $1,076 – $1,316
- 2 bedrooms $1,297 – $1,585
- 3 bedrooms $1,678 – $2,050
- 4 bedrooms $1,947 – $2,379
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
- Floresville Housing Authority Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 133 vouchers · 40 public housing units (830) 393-6560 Floresville Housing Authority: floresvilleha@gmail.com
- Stockdale Housing Authority Public housing · 29 public housing units (830) 996-3741 Stockdale Housing Authority: stkdleha@aol.com
Housing agencies in Texas Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in Texas
What Texas 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.
- When must they return my deposit?
- 30 days
- Tex. Prop. Code §92.103(a)
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 3 days
- Tex. Prop. Code §24.005(a)
- Only a court order can remove youTex. Prop. Code §92.0081(b)
- Protection from retaliationTex. Prop. Code §92.331
- Repair and deduct from the rentTex. Prop. Code §92.0561(a)-(b)
Help
Where to get help with rent in Wilson County
These are the nearest HUD-approved agencies. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Neighborhood Housing Services of San Antonio
851 Steves Ave, San Antonio · 28 miles away · Spanish
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Mortgage delinquency workshops
- and 5 more
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Greenpath Financial Wellness
12415 Old Converse Rd, Live Oak · 30 miles away · Spanish
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and financial counseling
- and 3 more
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City of San Antonio/Dept of Neighborhood and Housing Services (DNHS)
100 W Houston St, San Antonio · 30 miles away
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and financial counseling
- and 9 more
Rental assistance programs
The ones that serve in Wilson County or the whole state, with what each page says about being open.
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Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)
Run by Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA)
Texas program, funded by LIHEAP, that helps low-income households pay for electricity and gas, through local agencies in each county
Tool
How much cash do you need to move in?
It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in Wilson 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 Texas, the average home bill was $164 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
$2,882
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $1,441
- Security deposit
- $1,441
- Total
- $2,882
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 Wilson County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $1,099; 1 bedroom: $1,196; 2 bedrooms: $1,441; 3 bedrooms: $1,864; 4 bedrooms: $2,163. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Wilson County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($1,441) without spending more than 30% of income takes $27.71 an hour full time, or $57,640 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Wilson County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $50,300 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 Wilson 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 $1,297 and $1,585 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Wilson County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,160 in 78143 to $1,300 in 78113. 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 Wilson County?
HUD lists 6 properties with homes for low-income households in Wilson 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 Wilson County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Wilson County, 41% of renter households are in that position; in Texas, 52%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).