McDonough 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 | $656/mo | $590 – $722/mo |
| 1 BR | $728/mo | $655 – $801/mo |
| 2 BR | $951/mo | $856 – $1,046/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,231/mo | $1,108 – $1,354/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,512/mo | $1,361 – $1,663/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — McDonough County, IL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for McDonough County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving McDonough County
- Housing Authority of the County of McDonough
322 W Piper St, Macomb, IL, 61455 · 3098372363
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in McDonough 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 McDonough 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
VILLAGE AT WHEELER
1641 E WHEELER CIR, MACOMB, IL, 6145544 income-restricted units30 2BR, 14 3BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039 JEFFERSON HOUSE
900 E JEFFERSON ST, MACOMB, IL, 61455101 income-restricted units of 112 total112 1BRBuilt 20024% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032TURNBERRY VILLAGE MACOMB
101 WIGWAM HOLLOW CIR, MACOMB, IL, 6145588 income-restricted units1 studio, 60 2BR, 27 3BRBuilt 20014% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031- Elderly
COLCHESTER APTS
592 N COAL ST, COLCHESTER, IL, 6232616 income-restricted units8 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 19974% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027 - Elderly
BARDOLPH APTS
206 W SPRUCE ST, BARDOLPH, IL, 614168 income-restricted units4 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 19964% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026
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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