Knox 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 | $694/mo | $625 – $763/mo |
| 1 BR | $698/mo | $628 – $768/mo |
| 2 BR | $916/mo | $824 – $1,008/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,199/mo | $1,079 – $1,319/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,213/mo | $1,092 – $1,334/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Knox County, IL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Knox County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Knox County
- Knox County Housing Authority
216 W Simmons St, Galesburg, IL, 61401 · 3093428129
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Knox 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 | $31,400 |
| 2 people | $35,900 |
| 3 people | $40,400 |
| 4 people | $44,850 |
| 5 people | $48,450 |
| 6 people | $52,050 |
| 7 people | $55,650 |
| 8 people | $59,250 |
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 →
Income-restricted housing in Knox 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.
GALESBURG TOWERS
1384 N HENDERSON ST, GALESBURG, IL, 61401123 income-restricted units122 1BR, 1 2BRBuilt 20229% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052SANDBURG VILLAGE
666 HOME BLVD, GALESBURG, IL, 61401128 income-restricted units48 1BR, 64 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 2014Compliance through ~2044- Elderly
MARY ALLEN WEST TOWER
121 W SIMMONS ST, GALESBURG, IL, 61401153 income-restricted units153 1BRBuilt 20124% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042 TURNBERRY VILLAGE-GALESBURG
279 MICHIGAN AVE, GALESBURG, IL, 61401112 income-restricted units48 2BR, 64 3BRBuilt 20024% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032- Elderly
PARKWAY ESTATES OF GALESBURG
1711 W CARL SANDBURG DR, GALESBURG, IL, 6140164 income-restricted units12 1BR, 36 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027 MAPLE CREST APTS
447 E WILLARD ST, WATAGA, IL, 6148812 income-restricted units12 2BRBuilt 19934% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023SUNNYVIEW B & E
421 E WILLARD ST, WATAGA, IL, 6148812 income-restricted units1 1BR, 11 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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