Section 8 Voucher Amounts for 3-Bedroom Units in Kissimmee, FL (2024)

Section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher) payments in Kissimmee are set by the Osceola County Housing Authority (OCHA) based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FMRs) and local payment standards.

Current Payment Standards (2024, Osceola County)

How It Works

• Payment Standard = max subsidy OCHA pays (typically 90–110% of FMR)
• Tenant pays: 30% of adjusted monthly income
• HAP (Housing Assistance Payment): Payment Standard – Tenant Rent = HAP to landlord
• If rent > Payment Standard: Tenant pays difference (but total tenant share ≤ 40% income at move-in)

Example Calculation

• Family income: $2,500/mo → Tenant rent = $750 (30%)
• Unit rent: $1,900
• Payment Standard: $1,850
• HAP = $1,850 – $750 = $1,100/mo (landlord receives)
• Tenant pays $750 + ($1,900 – $1,850) = $800/mo

Key Variables

• Utility allowance: Deducted from tenant rent if utilities not included (OCHA schedule)
• Voucher size: Determined by household composition (2 persons/bedroom)
• Portability: Vouchers transferable; receiving HA uses its payment standard
• Funding proration: If HUD funds <100%, standards may be lowered

How to Get Exact Figures

• Contact Osceola County Housing Authority: (407) 892-4600 / osceolacountyha.org
• Request current Payment Standards Schedule and Utility Allowance
• Apply via OCHA waitlist (often years; preferences: homeless, veterans, disabled, local)

Note: Figures based on FY2024 FMRs effective 10/1/2023. Always confirm with OCHA for your specific case.