Cowley 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 | $668/mo | $601 – $735/mo |
| 2 BR | $877/mo | $789 – $965/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,139/mo | $1,025 – $1,253/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,323/mo | $1,191 – $1,455/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Cowley County, KS (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Cowley County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Cowley County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Winfield Housing Authority
1417 Pine Ter, Winfield, KS, 67156 · 6202214936
- South Central KS Area Agency On Aging (Cowley Co.)
304 S Summit St, Arkansas City, KS, 67005 · 6204426063
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Cowley 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 Cowley 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.
CANTERBURY HEIGHTS
1700 E 7TH AVENUE, WINFIELD, KS, 6706320 income-restricted units20 1BRBuilt 20224% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052- Elderly
LAKE VIEW ESTATES
6TH STREET AND TAYLOR AVENUE, ARKANSAS CITY, KS, 6700536 income-restricted units24 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049 REHWINKEL APTS
1415 E. 6TH AVENUE, WINFIELD, KS, 6715636 income-restricted units36 1BRBuilt 20154% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045BADEN HALL
1518 E EIGHTH AVE, WINFIELD, KS, 6715624 income-restricted units16 1BR, 6 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041- Elderly
MUNDINGER HALL PHASE II
1415 E SIXTH AVE, WINFIELD, KS, 6715612 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2007Compliance through ~2037 - Elderly
CANTERBURY VILLAGE
2300 ST JAMES CT, WINFIELD, KS, 67156100 income-restricted units12 1BR, 44 2BR, 44 3BRBuilt 2006Compliance through ~2036 - Elderly
MUNDINGER HALL PHASE I
1315 E SIXTH AVE, WINFIELD, KS, 6715624 income-restricted units14 1BR, 10 2BRBuilt 2002Compliance through ~2032 - Elderly
GARDEN WALK OF ARKANSAS CITY
619 W SKYLINE RD, ARKANSAS CITY, KS, 6700524 income-restricted units4 1BR, 12 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 1994Compliance through ~2024
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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