Whitley 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 | $892/mo | $803 – $981/mo |
| 1 BR | $916/mo | $824 – $1,008/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,113/mo | $1,002 – $1,224/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,381/mo | $1,243 – $1,519/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,512/mo | $1,361 – $1,663/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Whitley County, IN (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Whitley 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 Whitley 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 Whitley 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 | $33,300 |
| 2 people | $38,050 |
| 3 people | $42,800 |
| 4 people | $47,550 |
| 5 people | $51,400 |
| 6 people | $55,200 |
| 7 people | $59,000 |
| 8 people | $62,800 |
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 Whitley 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 WORKFORCE HOUSING
SCATTERED SITES, SCATTERED, IN, 4672548 income-restricted units35 3BR, 13 4BR+Built 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050NEIGHBORHOOD HOMES AND APARTMENTS
SCATTERED SITES, SCATTERED, IN, 4672550 income-restricted units16 1BR, 7 2BR, 19 3BR, 8 4BR+Built 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050KYLER RIDGE
214 W PLEASANT STREET, CHURUBUSCO, IN, 4672335 income-restricted units4 1BR, 31 2BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049HISTORIC BLUE BELL LOFTS
307 S WHITLEY ST, COLUMBIA CITY, IN, 4672552 income-restricted units4 1BR, 48 2BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047TRAIL RIDGE APARTMENTS II
675 W BUSINESS 30, COLUMBIA CITY, IN, 4672528 income-restricted units of 33 total6 1BR, 12 2BR, 6 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 2011Compliance through ~2041HERITAGE PLACE
107 N WALNUT ST, COLUMBIA CITY, IN, 4672522 income-restricted units17 3BR, 5 4BR+Built 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038- Elderly
TRAIL RIDGE APTS
675 W BUSINESS 30, COLUMBIA CITY, IN, 4672535 income-restricted units of 40 total4 1BR, 20 2BR, 12 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035 WHITLEY MEADOWS APTS
984 E HANNA ST, COLUMBIA CITY, IN, 4672521 income-restricted units8 1BR, 12 2BR, 1 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034
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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