Section 8 in Texas: FMR & Landlord Guide

182,080 active Housing Choice Vouchers across 49 metros. Pick a market below for FY2026 Fair Market Rent, voucher counts, housing authorities and wait-list status.

Metros
26
49 total markets
Active vouchers
182,080
Occupied
147,232
81% utilized
Source-of-income law
State preempts
Tex. Local Gov. Code §250.007

Can a Texas landlord refuse Section 8?

Yes. Texas state law explicitly preempts local ordinances requiring voucher acceptance, so landlords may legally decline Section 8 applicants.

Tex. Local Gov. Code §250.007

State bars cities from requiring voucher acceptance (Austin ordinance preempted).

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Informational only, not legal advice. Verify current status before making a leasing decision.

Section 8 markets in Texas

Sorted by active voucher count. Each metro page has HUD FY2026 FMR by bedroom, the housing authorities that administer vouchers there, and wait-list status.

Section 8 landlord tools

Whether you’re researching a specific address or preparing for HQS inspection, the Texas data feeds directly into the tools below.

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