About This Property
The Housing Authority of San Miguel County operates 177 units of public housing in Las Vegas, New Mexico. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed to new applicants.
Waitlist Information
Applicants are placed by date and time received; one household member must be a US citizen; eligibility based on HUD guidelines, income, family size, citizenship, and criminal record check for those 18+; application assistance for disabilities available.
The waiting list for the Section 8 (HCV) program is currently closed.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated September 5, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - San Miguel County, NM
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $703 |
| 1 Bedroom | $781 |
| 2 Bedroom | $877 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,186 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,384 |
Income Limits - San Miguel County, NM
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $19,150
- Low (80%)
- $30,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $21,850
- Low (80%)
- $35,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,600
- Low (80%)
- $39,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,300
- Low (80%)
- $43,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $29,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,500
- Low (80%)
- $47,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,700
- Low (80%)
- $50,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $33,900
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,900
- Low (80%)
- $54,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $36,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,050
- Low (80%)
- $57,700
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $19,150 | $30,600 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $21,850 | $35,000 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $24,600 | $39,350 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $27,300 | $43,700 |
| 5 Persons | $29,500 | $29,500 | $47,200 |
| 6 Persons | $31,700 | $31,700 | $50,700 |
| 7 Persons | $33,900 | $33,900 | $54,200 |
| 8 Persons | $36,050 | $36,050 | $57,700 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Las Vegas, NM?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for San Miguel County, NM is: $703 (Studio), $781 (1BR), $877 (2BR), $1186 (3BR), $1384 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of San Miguel County is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of San Miguel County have?+
Housing Authority of San Miguel County has a total of 177 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of San Miguel County?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of San Miguel County?+
Housing Authority of San Miguel County is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5053140235, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in San Miguel County, NM?+
For a 4-person household in San Miguel County, NM, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $27,300, Low Income (80% AMI): $43,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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