Dickinson County, IA
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 | $826/mo | $743 – $909/mo |
| 1 BR | $831/mo | $748 – $914/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,091/mo | $982 – $1,200/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,314/mo | $1,183 – $1,445/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,445/mo | $1,301 – $1,590/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Dickinson County, IA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Dickinson County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Dickinson County
- Low Rent Housing Agency of Spirit Lake
710 Lake St, Spirit Lake, IA, 51360 · 7123362318
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Dickinson 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 | $38,550 |
| 2 people | $44,050 |
| 3 people | $49,550 |
| 4 people | $55,050 |
| 5 people | $59,500 |
| 6 people | $63,900 |
| 7 people | $68,300 |
| 8 people | $72,700 |
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 Dickinson 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.
RIVER WEST APARTMENTS
674 TERRACE PARK BLVD, MILFORD, IA, 51351-736430 income-restricted units4 1BR, 23 2BRBuilt 20144% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044THE ANTLERS
1703 HILL AVE, SPIRIT LAKE, IA, 5136014 income-restricted units8 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036SUMMERFIELD PARK
2300 SUNNER AVE, SPIRIT LAKE, IA, 5136020 income-restricted units8 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031LAKEWOOD COURT APTS
607 15TH ST, SPIRIT LAKE, IA, 513608 income-restricted units4 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029SILVER LAKE APTS
212 E FOURTH ST, LAKE PARK, IA, 5134710 income-restricted units4 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026
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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