Mills 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 | $1,090/mo | $981 – $1,199/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,148/mo | $1,033 – $1,263/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,368/mo | $1,231 – $1,505/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,813/mo | $1,632 – $1,994/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,046/mo | $1,841 – $2,251/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Mills County, IA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Mills County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Mills County
- Malvern Low Rent Housing Agency
306 Lincoln Ave, Malvern, IA, 51551 · 7126248561
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Mills 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 | $39,900 |
| 2 people | $45,600 |
| 3 people | $51,300 |
| 4 people | $57,000 |
| 5 people | $61,600 |
| 6 people | $66,150 |
| 7 people | $70,700 |
| 8 people | $75,250 |
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 →
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