Christian County, IL
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 | $672/mo | $605 – $739/mo |
| 1 BR | $742/mo | $668 – $816/mo |
| 2 BR | $974/mo | $877 – $1,071/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,168/mo | $1,051 – $1,285/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,418/mo | $1,276 – $1,560/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Christian County, IL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Christian County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Christian County
- Housing Authority of Christian County, Illinois
101 E 2nd St, Pana, IL, 62557 · 2175623121
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Christian 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 | $31,750 |
| 2 people | $36,250 |
| 3 people | $40,800 |
| 4 people | $45,300 |
| 5 people | $48,950 |
| 6 people | $52,550 |
| 7 people | $56,200 |
| 8 people | $59,800 |
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 Christian 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.
- Elderly
HATHAWAY HOMES PHASE II
WEST ELM ST, TAYLORVILLE, IL, 62568-213548 income-restricted units18 2BR, 30 3BRBuilt 20234% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053 - Elderly
BERKSHIRES
1121 E 1500 N RD, TAYLORVILLE, IL, 6256824 income-restricted units18 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040 VANDEVEER HOMES
1428 W VANDEVEER ST, TAYLORVILLE, IL, 6256819 income-restricted units6 2BR, 13 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036TAYLORVILLE HOMES
902 S HOUSTON ST, TAYLORVILLE, IL, 6256818 income-restricted units9 2BR, 9 3BRBuilt 20044% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034INTEGRATED COMMUNITY HOUSING II
709 E WASHINGTON ST, PANA, IL, 6255715 income-restricted units4 2BR, 11 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034INTEGRATED COMMUNITY HOUSING
202 S POPLAR ST, PANA, IL, 6255725 income-restricted units25 3BRBuilt 20024% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032KEHIAS PARK SQUARE APTS
500 N STATE ST, PANA, IL, 6255720 income-restricted units11 1BR, 9 2BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026JOHN STREET PROJECT
317 W JOHN ST, TAYLORVILLE, IL, 6256812 income-restricted units12 1BRBuilt 19934% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023
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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