Daviess 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 | $840/mo | $756 – $924/mo |
| 1 BR | $846/mo | $761 – $931/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,110/mo | $999 – $1,221/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,466/mo | $1,319 – $1,613/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,470/mo | $1,323 – $1,617/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Daviess County, KY (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Daviess County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Daviess County
- Housing Authority of Owensboro
2161 E 19th St, Owensboro, KY, 42303 · 2706835365
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Daviess 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 | $32,250 |
| 2 people | $36,850 |
| 3 people | $41,450 |
| 4 people | $46,050 |
| 5 people | $49,750 |
| 6 people | $53,450 |
| 7 people | $57,150 |
| 8 people | $60,800 |
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 Daviess 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.
JUDE JUNCTION
PROFESSIONAL PARK DRIVE, OWENSBORO, KY, 42303-200848 income-restricted units8 1BR, 32 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054COLLYNS ESTATES
PROFESSIONAL PARK DRIVE, OWENSBORO, KY, 4230372 income-restricted units24 1BR, 48 2BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048OWENSBORO HISTORIC RESIDENCES
E. 9TH STREET / 630 CLAY STREET, OWENSBORO, KY, 4230329 income-restricted units5 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048COTTAGES OF MECHANICSVILLE
W. 10TH STREET, OWENSBORO, KY, 4230122 income-restricted units22 3BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043PRESIDENTS PLACE
FRIENDSHIP DRIVE, OWENSBORO, KY, 4230160 income-restricted units30 1BR, 30 2BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041HORIZON PLACE
EAST 18TH STREET, OWENSBORO, KY, 4230334 income-restricted units34 2BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039INDEPENDENCE HEIGHTS
STRAWBRIDGE PLACE, OWENSBORO, KY, 4230124 income-restricted units of 25 total24 2BR, 1 3BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039OWENSBORO REGIONAL RECOVERY
VEACH ROAD, OWENSBORO, KY, 4230338 income-restricted units38 1BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039THE LEARNING VILLA SCHOLAR HOUSE
18TH STREET, OWENSBORO, KY, 4230356 income-restricted units56 2BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038GARDEN GRACE
FRIENDSHIP DR., OWENSBORO, KY, 4230362 income-restricted units54 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036- Elderly
BAPTIST TOWN ESTATES
ORCHARD ST., OWENSBORO, KY, 423024 income-restricted units14 3BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031
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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