Hamilton 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 | $738/mo | $664 – $812/mo |
| 1 BR | $791/mo | $712 – $870/mo |
| 2 BR | $994/mo | $895 – $1,093/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,192/mo | $1,073 – $1,311/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,316/mo | $1,184 – $1,448/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Hamilton County, IA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Hamilton County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Finding the housing authority
We don't have a housing authority on file for Hamilton County yet. Use the Housing Authority Finder with a local ZIP code to locate the agency that administers vouchers here.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Hamilton 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 | $33,900 |
| 2 people | $38,750 |
| 3 people | $43,600 |
| 4 people | $48,400 |
| 5 people | $52,300 |
| 6 people | $56,150 |
| 7 people | $60,050 |
| 8 people | $63,900 |
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 Hamilton 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.
HAMILTON KNOLLS
2304 DES MOINES ST, WEBSTER CITY, IA, 5059512 income-restricted units10 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036STONE RIDGE TOWNHOMES
305 FAIR MEADOW DR, WEBSTER CITY, IA, 5059542 income-restricted units23 2BR, 19 3BRBuilt 20064% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036PRAIRIEVIEW MANOR APTS
1749 LYNX AVE, WEBSTER CITY, IA, 5059524 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027
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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