Barton County, KS
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 | $643/mo | $579 – $707/mo |
| 1 BR | $693/mo | $624 – $762/mo |
| 2 BR | $877/mo | $789 – $965/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,220/mo | $1,098 – $1,342/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,296/mo | $1,166 – $1,426/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Barton County, KS (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Barton County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Barton County
- Great Bend Housing Authority
1101 Kansas Ave, Great Bend, KS, 67530 · 6207937761
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Barton 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 | $30,000 |
| 2 people | $34,300 |
| 3 people | $38,600 |
| 4 people | $42,850 |
| 5 people | $46,300 |
| 6 people | $49,750 |
| 7 people | $53,150 |
| 8 people | $56,600 |
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 Barton 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.
- 24 income-restricted units24 2BRBuilt 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052
- Elderly
KENSINGTON SQUARE
2611 A&B 29TH STREET, GREAT BEND, KS, 6753016 income-restricted units16 2BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048 - Elderly
EASTWOOD APARTMENTS
304 N MAPLE, HOISINGTON, KS, 6754412 income-restricted units12 2BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046 THE RESERVES AT TRAIL RIDGE
811 GRANT STREET, GREAT BEND, KS, 6753048 income-restricted units24 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045BEDFORD PLACE
2404 31ST ST, GREAT BEND, KS, 6753022 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043CHEYENNE RIDGE
509 E SIXTH ST, HOISINGTON, KS, 6754412 income-restricted units12 2BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039- Elderly
CREEKSIDE PLACE
2012 32ND ST, GREAT BEND, KS, 6753018 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038 - Elderly
WALNUT CREEK APTS
2314 31ST ST, GREAT BEND, KS, 6753012 income-restricted units12 2BRBuilt 2006Compliance through ~2036 - Elderly
WALNUT GLENN APTS
2314 31ST ST, GREAT BEND, KS, 6753012 income-restricted units12 2BRBuilt 2006Compliance through ~2036 - Elderly
THE OAKS (ELLINWOOD)
110 W SIXTH ST, ELLINWOOD, KS, 6752611 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2000Compliance through ~2030 - Elderly
ELLINWOOD HEIGHTS
511 S BISMARK AVE, ELLINWOOD, KS, 6752624 income-restricted units12 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 1991Compliance through ~2021
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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