White 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 | $734/mo | $661 – $807/mo |
| 2 BR | $880/mo | $792 – $968/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,149/mo | $1,034 – $1,264/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,165/mo | $1,049 – $1,282/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — White County, AR (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for White County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving White County
This county is served by 6 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Searcy Housing Authority
501 S Fir St, Searcy, AR, 72143 · 5012688547
- Housing Authority of the City of Judsonia
1301 Wade Ave, Judsonia, AR, 72081 · 5017294091
- Housing Authority of the City of Kensett
405 E Wilbur Mills Ave, Kensett, AR, 72082 · 5017423842
- Housing Authority of the City of McRae
3045 Highway 13, Mc Rae, AR, 72102 · 5017264000
- Housing Authority of the City of Bald Knob
2007 Highway 367 N, Bald Knob, AR, 72010 · 5017245930
- Housing Authority of the City of Beebe
Beebe, AR, 72012 · 5018825151
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in White 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 | $26,500 |
| 2 people | $30,250 |
| 3 people | $34,050 |
| 4 people | $37,800 |
| 5 people | $40,850 |
| 6 people | $43,850 |
| 7 people | $46,900 |
| 8 people | $49,900 |
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 White 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
VILLAS OF SEARCY
5000 RICHSMITH LN, SEARCY, AR, 7214351 income-restricted units of 52 total1 studio, 18 1BR, 33 2BRBuilt 2015Compliance through ~2045 - Elderly
PEAKS AT SEARCY
900 RICHSMITH LN, SEARCY, AR, 7214347 income-restricted units of 48 total10 1BR, 26 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044 - Elderly
KENSETT APARTMENTS
600 DONIPHAN ST, KENSETT, AR, 7208225 income-restricted units8 1BR, 13 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20084% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038 - Elderly
RIDGE AT SEARCY II
2001 QUALITY DR, SEARCY, AR, 7214338 income-restricted units of 48 total6 1BR, 18 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038 - Elderly
LEAWOOD APARTMENTS
850 N BEECH ST, BEEBE, AR, 7201224 income-restricted units4 studio, 7 1BR, 10 2BR, 3 3BRBuilt 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036 RIDGE AT SEARCY PHASE I
2001 QUALITY DR, SEARCY, AR, 7214364 income-restricted units1 studio, 12 1BR, 23 2BR, 28 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035
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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