South Central KS Area Agency On Aging (Cowley Co.)

304 S Summit St, Arkansas City, KS, 67005 · ~699 units under management

Call 6204426063

Fair Market Rent by unit size — Arkansas City, KS (2026)

Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: Cowley County

Who this agency serves

South Central KS Area Agency On Aging (Cowley Co.) served 370 households across 699 units (53% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 1.3 people, an average annual income of $15,656, and pays an average of $380 per month toward rent.

Households served
370 of 699 units
Avg. household income
$15,656
Avg. rent paid by household
$380
Avg. household size
1.3 people
Households with children
12%
Head of household 62+
44%
Head of household with a disability
57%
Avg. wait to move in
15 months

Unit mix: 38% 1-bedroom, 45% 2-bedroom, 17% 3-bedroom.

Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.

For Renters

Income-restricted housing in Arkansas City, KS

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.

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 →

Applying with this agency

Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact South Central KS Area Agency On Aging (Cowley Co.) directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.

Evaluating this market

Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.