Clark County, KY
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 | $883/mo | $795 – $971/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,079/mo | $971 – $1,187/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,272/mo | $1,145 – $1,399/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,743/mo | $1,569 – $1,917/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,940/mo | $1,746 – $2,134/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Clark County, KY (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Clark County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Clark County
- Housing Authority of Winchester
200 Canewood Dr, Winchester, KY, 40391 · 8597442960
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Clark 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 | $35,750 |
| 2 people | $40,850 |
| 3 people | $45,950 |
| 4 people | $51,050 |
| 5 people | $55,150 |
| 6 people | $59,250 |
| 7 people | $63,350 |
| 8 people | $67,400 |
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 Clark 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.
BROWN PROCTOR
SOUTH MAIN STREET, WINCHESTER, KY, 4039149 income-restricted units30 1BR, 19 4BR+Built 20194% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049OLIVER SCHOOL APARTMENTS
OLIVER STREET, WINCHESTER, KY, 4039111 income-restricted units3 1BR, 5 2BR, 3 3BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039SMITH P. KERR BUILDING
NORTH MAIN ST., WINCHESTER, KY, 4039118 income-restricted units6 1BR, 9 2BR, 3 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035APPLE RIDGE SINGLE FAMILY HOMES L.P.
ACADIA WAY, WINCHESTER, KY, 4039140 income-restricted units of 35 total40 4BR+Built 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032ANDOVER ESTATES - FKA WINCHESTER S. F. HOMES
ANDOVER DR., WINCHESTER, KY, 4039230 income-restricted units30 4BR+Built 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030- Elderly
FORT ESTILL SUBDIVISION
BUFFALO TRACE, WINCHESTER, KY, 4039219 income-restricted units32 3BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029 - Elderly
WINCHESTER HILLS APARTMENTS I
HUBBARD RD., WINCHESTER, KY, 4039124 income-restricted units16 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19979% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027
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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