How many low income apartments are in Vernal, UT?

HUD administrative data tracks 12 subsidized properties in Vernal with approximately 244 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Vernal?

Tenant-paid rents in Vernal's assisted buildings typically range from about $369 to $431 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Vernal?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Vernal?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Uintah County: about $846/mo for one-bedroom and $1,032/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Vernal, UT

There are 12 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Vernal with roughly 244 assisted units — including 6 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 8 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $369 to $431 per month.

assisted properties

244

subsidized units

$400

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Vernal

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Vernal

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Vernal Gardens Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Ashley Valley Apts. LIHTC	32	—	—
Vernal Gardens Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Ashley Valley Shadows,inc §202 Senior	29	$431	—
Rose Park PB Section 8	26	$369	—
Unity Place LIHTC	22	—	—
Daniels Crossing §202 Senior	20	$414	—
Golden Age Manor PB Section 8	12	—	—
Tlc East LIHTCPB Section 8	8	—	—
Vernal Crown 97 LIHTC	7	—	—
Crown at Meadow Village LIHTC	4	—	—
Crown at Spring Meadows LIHTCPB Section 8	4	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Vernal (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Vernal Gardens Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Vernal Gardens Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Rose Park PB Section 8	26	$369	—
Golden Age Manor PB Section 8	12	—	—
Tlc East LIHTCPB Section 8	8	—	—
Crown at Spring Meadows LIHTCPB Section 8	4	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Vernal

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Ashley Valley Apts. LIHTC	32	—	—
Unity Place LIHTC	22	—	—
Vernal Crown 97 LIHTC	7	—	—
Crown at Meadow Village LIHTC	4	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Uintah County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Uintah County: studio $754, 1-BR $846, 2-BR $1,032, 3-BR $1,406, 4-BR $1,731.

Full FMR table for Uintah County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Vernal

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.