Adams County, IN
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 | $695/mo | $626 – $765/mo |
| 1 BR | $872/mo | $785 – $959/mo |
| 2 BR | $956/mo | $860 – $1,052/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,227/mo | $1,104 – $1,350/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,266/mo | $1,139 – $1,393/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Adams County, IN (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Adams County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Finding the housing authority
We don't have a housing authority on file for Adams County yet. Use the Housing Authority Finder with a local ZIP code to locate the agency that administers vouchers here.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Adams 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 | $29,700 |
| 2 people | $33,950 |
| 3 people | $38,200 |
| 4 people | $42,400 |
| 5 people | $45,800 |
| 6 people | $49,200 |
| 7 people | $52,600 |
| 8 people | $56,000 |
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 Adams 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.
BIGGS MFRD9
SCATTERED SITES, SCATTERED, IN, 4673387 income-restricted units58 1BR, 29 2BRBuilt 2022Compliance through ~2052BIGGS HOUSING OPPS
SCATTERED SITES, DECATUR, IN, 4673389 income-restricted units35 1BR, 29 2BR, 19 3BR, 6 4BR+Built 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049ADAMS COUNTY III
1109 BOLLMAN ST, DECATUR, IN, 46733112 income-restricted units100 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20124% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042ADAMS COUNTY RURAL DEVELOPMENT REHAB
1127 BOLLMAN ST, DECATUR, IN, 4673360 income-restricted units46 1BR, 9 2BR, 5 3BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041PINE CROSSING
131 W 500 N, DECATUR, IN, 4673368 income-restricted units4 1BR, 36 2BR, 28 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030WATERBURY APTS
1150 S 14TH ST, DECATUR, IN, 4673384 income-restricted units56 2BR, 28 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029VILLAGE GREEN V
1139 VILLAGE GREEN DR, DECATUR, IN, 4673330 income-restricted units28 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025GENEVA SHORES APTS
295 S HALE ST, GENEVA, IN, 4674024 income-restricted units6 1BR, 12 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 19939% 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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