Webster 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 | $696/mo | $626 – $766/mo |
| 1 BR | $700/mo | $630 – $770/mo |
| 2 BR | $919/mo | $827 – $1,011/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,182/mo | $1,064 – $1,300/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,542/mo | $1,388 – $1,696/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Webster County, IA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Webster County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Webster County
- Fort Dodge Municipal Housing Agency
700 S 17th St, Fort Dodge, IA, 50501 · 5155737751
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Webster 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 | $34,450 |
| 2 people | $39,400 |
| 3 people | $44,300 |
| 4 people | $49,200 |
| 5 people | $53,150 |
| 6 people | $57,100 |
| 7 people | $61,050 |
| 8 people | $64,950 |
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 Webster 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.
HEARTLAND SENIOR HOUSING
610 CENTRAL AVE, FORT DODGE, IA, 50501-381242 income-restricted units of 48 total24 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20144% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044TOWN SQUARE APTS
328 CENTRAL AVE, FORT DODGE, IA, 5050124 income-restricted units18 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 20084% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038WAHKONSA MANOR
927 CENTRAL AVE, FORT DODGE, IA, 5050176 income-restricted units33 studio, 39 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20084% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038CENTRAL PLACE
629 CENTRAL AVE, FORT DODGE, IA, 5050131 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2003Compliance through ~2033NORTHRIDGE APTS II
525 N 28TH ST, FORT DODGE, IA, 5050123 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2003Compliance through ~2033NORTHRIDGE APTS
2805 SIXTH AVE N, FORT DODGE, IA, 5050144 income-restricted units16 1BR, 27 2BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027EVERGREEN ESTATES II
1547 27TH AVE N, FORT DODGE, IA, 5050130 income-restricted units6 1BR, 19 2BR, 5 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027EVERGREEN ESTATES I
1543 27TH AVE N, FORT DODGE, IA, 5050147 income-restricted units of 48 total6 1BR, 38 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026PARKVIEW APTS
844 12TH AVE, MANSON, IA, 505638 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1992Compliance through ~2022
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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