Section 8 in Rio Blanco County, CO
494 active Housing Choice Vouchers in Rio Blanco County, 82% utilized. Serving housing authorities vary by ZIP. Voucher data as of 2026.
Section 8 payment standards in Rio Blanco County (FY2026)
HUD-published metro FMR for FY2026. Payment standards, the amount a PHA actually pays, are set between 90% and 110% of FMR at each PHA's discretion.
| Bedrooms | FMR | Payment standard (90 to 110%) |
|---|---|---|
| Efficiency (studio) | $764 | $688 to $840 |
| 1-bedroom | $769 | $692 to $846 |
| 2-bedroom | $1,009 | $908 to $1,110 |
| 3-bedroom | $1,285 | $1,157 to $1,414 |
| 4-bedroom | $1,582 | $1,424 to $1,740 |
Example: at 100% of FMR, a 2-bedroom voucher in Rio Blanco County covers up to $1,009 in gross rent, before the tenant's utility allowance. Across the full range a PHA may set: $908 to $1,110.
Can a landlord refuse Section 8 in Rio Blanco County?
No. Colorado law prohibits landlords from refusing a renter because they pay with a Section 8 voucher. That protection applies in Rio Blanco County. If you were turned away for having a voucher, that refusal may be illegal.
Colorado HB19-1170 bans SOI discrimination in housing statewide.
Informational only, not legal advice. Laws change, so verify current status before acting on a rejection or making a leasing decision.
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