Phillips 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 | $630/mo | $567 – $693/mo |
| 1 BR | $671/mo | $604 – $738/mo |
| 2 BR | $880/mo | $792 – $968/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,224/mo | $1,102 – $1,346/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,407/mo | $1,266 – $1,548/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Phillips County, AR (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Phillips County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Phillips County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Phillips County Public Housing Agency
201 Perry St, Helena, AR, 72342 · 8703383476
- Housing Authority of the City of West Helena
115 N Third, West Helena, AR, 72390 · 8705726702
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Phillips 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 | $24,900 |
| 2 people | $28,450 |
| 3 people | $32,000 |
| 4 people | $35,550 |
| 5 people | $38,400 |
| 6 people | $41,250 |
| 7 people | $44,100 |
| 8 people | $46,950 |
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 Phillips 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
WEST HELENA VILLAGE
795 MLK DR, WEST HELENA, AR, 7239047 income-restricted units48 3BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046 - Elderly
TWIN CITY MANOR
303 DENISE DR, WEST HELENA, AR, 7239064 income-restricted units1 studio, 18 1BR, 22 2BR, 23 3BRBuilt 20134% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043 - Elderly
HELENA HEIGHTS
217 BISCOE ST, HELENA, AR, 7234240 income-restricted units40 2BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043 - Elderly
OLD HELENA HIGH SCHOOL
217 BISCOE ST., HELENA, AR40 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043 MEADOWBROOK PARK OF WEST HELENA
101 S MEADOWBROOK, WEST HELENA, AR, 7239028 income-restricted units of 29 total26 3BR, 2 4BR+Built 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041- Elderly
DELTA DREAM DEVELOPERS
3 S BARINGO CT, WEST HELENA, AR, 7239020 income-restricted units1 studio, 1 2BR, 19 3BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032 HELENA SCATTERED SITES II
PO BOX 636, HELENA, AR, 7234220 income-restricted units20 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029- Elderly
HELENA SCATTERED SITES II/HELENA HOUSING PART
SCATTERED SITES, ARKADELPHIA, AR, 7234220 income-restricted units20 3BRBuilt 1999Compliance through ~2029 - Elderly
HELENA SCATTERED SITES/HELENA HOUSING PARTNER
SCATTERED SITES, HELENA, AR, 7234220 income-restricted units20 3BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029 - Elderly
HELENA SCATTERED SITESII/HELENA HOUSING PTR.
SCATTERED SITES, HELENA, AR, 7234220 income-restricted units20 3BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029 - Elderly
HELENA SCATTERED SITES I
1322 HOLLY, HELENA, AR, 7234220 income-restricted units20 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028 - Elderly
HELENA SCATTERED SITES I/HELENA HOUSING PARTN
SCATTERED SITES, HELENA, AR, 7234220 income-restricted units20 3BRBuilt 1998Compliance through ~2028 - Elderly
HELENA SCATTERS SITES/HELENA HOUSING PARTNERS
SCATTERED SITES, HELENA, AR, 7234220 income-restricted units20 3BRBuilt 1998Compliance through ~2028
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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