Sioux 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 | $735/mo | $662 – $809/mo |
| 1 BR | $740/mo | $666 – $814/mo |
| 2 BR | $971/mo | $874 – $1,068/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,246/mo | $1,121 – $1,371/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,351/mo | $1,216 – $1,486/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Sioux County, IA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Sioux County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Sioux County
- Low Rent Housing Agency Of Sioux Center
510 N Meadow Dr, Sioux Center, IA, 51250 · 7127222237
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Sioux 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 | $38,450 |
| 2 people | $43,950 |
| 3 people | $49,450 |
| 4 people | $54,900 |
| 5 people | $59,300 |
| 6 people | $63,700 |
| 7 people | $68,100 |
| 8 people | $72,500 |
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 Sioux 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.
GOLDFINCH GROVE
1612 3RD ST, HULL, IA, 51239-000012 income-restricted units2 2BR, 6 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046PRAIRIE HEIGHTS
802 14TH ST SE, ORANGE CITY, IA, 51041-000014 income-restricted units8 3BR, 6 4BR+Built 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045MAPLECREST APTS
2117 CENTRAL AVE, HAWARDEN, IA, 5102316 income-restricted units12 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029
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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