Butler 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 | $782/mo | $704 – $860/mo |
| 1 BR | $849/mo | $764 – $934/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,099/mo | $989 – $1,209/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,444/mo | $1,300 – $1,588/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,784/mo | $1,606 – $1,962/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Butler County, KS (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Butler County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Butler County
- Augusta Housing Authority
620 Osage St, Augusta, KS, 67010 · 3167756971
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Butler 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 | $33,800 |
| 2 people | $38,600 |
| 3 people | $43,450 |
| 4 people | $48,250 |
| 5 people | $52,150 |
| 6 people | $56,000 |
| 7 people | $59,850 |
| 8 people | $63,700 |
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 Butler 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.
GORDY HERITAGE
200 AND 211 N GORDY, EL DORADO, KS, 67042123 income-restricted units of 124 total123 1BRBuilt 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054FLINT CREEK
647 NORRIS AVENUE, EL DORADO, KS, 6704232 income-restricted units32 3BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051HERITAGE TOWNHOMES OF ROSE HILL PHASE II
NW CORNER OF YEAGER & N WARREN, ROSE HILL, KS, 6713316 income-restricted units16 2BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051HERITAGE TOWNHOMES OF ROSE HILL
338 E BERRY AVE, ROSE HILL, KS, 6713326 income-restricted units26 2BRBuilt 20104% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040- Elderly
SANDSTONE HOMES I
540 SUNFLOWER DR, EL DORADO, KS, 6704224 income-restricted units24 studioBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038 - Elderly
AUGUSTA HEIGHTS
1704 CUSTER LN, AUGUSTA, KS, 6701020 income-restricted units4 1BR, 12 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 2005Compliance through ~2035 AUGUSTA SENIOR RESIDENCES
1515 CLUBHOUSE DR, AUGUSTA, KS, 6701044 income-restricted units of 48 total48 1BRBuilt 2003Compliance through ~2033- Elderly
BROOKSIDE COTTAGES
711 SMILES AVE, AUGUSTA, KS, 6701048 income-restricted units32 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 2001Compliance through ~2031 BENTON SENIOR RESIDENCES
515 PLUM BLUE CIR, BENTON, KS, 6701712 income-restricted units10 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 1997Compliance through ~2027LAWNDALE SENIOR RESIDENCES
1600 N MAIN ST, EL DORADO, KS, 6704230 income-restricted units30 1BRBuilt 1995Compliance through ~2025
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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