Wayne 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 | $724/mo | $652 – $796/mo |
| 1 BR | $729/mo | $656 – $802/mo |
| 2 BR | $956/mo | $860 – $1,052/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,191/mo | $1,072 – $1,310/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,266/mo | $1,139 – $1,393/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Wayne County, IN (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Wayne County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Wayne County
- Housing Authority of the City of Richmond
58 S 15th St, Richmond, IN, 47374 · 7659662687
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Wayne 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 Wayne 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.
MUSIC CITY PLACE
50 N 8TH ST, RICHMOND, IN, 4737450 income-restricted units4 studio, 28 1BR, 18 2BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047DUNN SUPPORTIVE HOUSING
1840 S 13TH ST, RICHMOND, IN, 4737460 income-restricted units60 1BRBuilt 20124% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042NINE NORTH
210 N NINTH ST, RICHMOND, IN, 4737458 income-restricted units17 1BR, 30 2BR, 11 3BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041VILLAGE AT WHITEWATER
5059 WHITEWATER AVE, RICHMOND, IN, 4737454 income-restricted units32 3BR, 22 4BR+Built 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041DUBLIN VILLAGE APTS
148 S MILTON ST, MODOC, IN, 4733523 income-restricted units of 25 total13 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030STARR SENIOR APTS
401 N TENTH ST, RICHMOND, IN, 4737467 income-restricted units60 1BR, 7 2BRBuilt 2000Compliance through ~2030VILLAGE APTS OF RICHMOND
4000 S A ST, RICHMOND, IN, 4737440 income-restricted units24 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029CEDAR CLIFF APTS
184 CEDAR CLIFF RD, RICHMOND, IN, 4737442 income-restricted units32 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 19964% 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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