Jo Daviess 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 | $658/mo | $592 – $724/mo |
| 1 BR | $796/mo | $716 – $876/mo |
| 2 BR | $954/mo | $859 – $1,049/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,271/mo | $1,144 – $1,398/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,276/mo | $1,148 – $1,404/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Jo Daviess County, IL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Jo Daviess County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Jo Daviess County
- Housing Authority of the County of JoDaviess
347 Franklin St, Galena, IL, 61036 · 8157770782
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Jo Daviess 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 | $34,900 |
| 2 people | $39,850 |
| 3 people | $44,850 |
| 4 people | $49,800 |
| 5 people | $53,800 |
| 6 people | $57,800 |
| 7 people | $61,800 |
| 8 people | $65,750 |
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 Jo Daviess 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.
PRESTWICK SENIOR COMMUNITY
957 JAMES ST, GALENA, IL, 6103640 income-restricted units of 41 total25 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033APPLE RIVER HOUSING
305 MAPLE ST, APPLE RIVER, IL, 610018 income-restricted units6 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 1993Compliance through ~2023- Elderly
MEADOW LANE SENIOR APTS
600 W JEFFERSON ST, WARREN, IL, 6108716 income-restricted units14 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 19929% LIHTCCompliance 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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