Clark County, AR
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $730/mo | $657 – $803/mo |
| 1 BR | $731/mo | $658 – $804/mo |
| 2 BR | $880/mo | $792 – $968/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,221/mo | $1,099 – $1,343/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,356/mo | $1,220 – $1,492/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Clark County, AR (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Clark County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Clark County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Arkadelphia Housing Authority
670 S 6th St, Arkadelphia, AR, 71923 · 8702464632
- Housing Authority of the City of Amity
232 N Biggs St, Amity, AR, 71921 · 8703425750
- Housing Authority of the City of Gurdon
401 S 2nd St, Gurdon, AR, 71743 · 8704984101
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Clark County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $26,750 |
| 2 people | $30,600 |
| 3 people | $34,400 |
| 4 people | $38,200 |
| 5 people | $41,300 |
| 6 people | $44,350 |
| 7 people | $47,400 |
| 8 people | $50,450 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Clark County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
- Elderly
ELLISTON PLACE FKA ROSS APARTMENTS
222 N 20TH STREET, ARKADELPHIA, AR, 7192349 income-restricted units of 50 total9 1BR, 23 2BR, 18 3BRBuilt 20164% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046 - Elderly
ELLISTON FKA ROSS APARTMENTS
222 N 20TH STREET, ARKKADELPHIA, AR, 7192349 income-restricted units of 50 total8 1BR, 24 2BR, 18 3BRBuilt 20169% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046 - Elderly
RIVER OAKS APARTMENTS
3025 TWIN RIVERS DR, ARKADELPHIA, AR, 7192324 income-restricted units of 25 total8 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20134% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043 - Elderly
OUACHITA VILLAGE APARTMENTS
11 CYPRESS RD, ARKADELPHIA, AR, 7192371 income-restricted units of 72 total1 studio, 69 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 20064% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036 - Elderly
RIDGECREST APARTMENTS - ARKADELPHIA
724 S 10TH ST, ARKADELPHIA, AR, 7192324 income-restricted units of 25 total2 1BR, 20 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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