Mason 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 | $629/mo | $566 – $692/mo |
| 1 BR | $764/mo | $688 – $840/mo |
| 2 BR | $913/mo | $822 – $1,004/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,111/mo | $1,000 – $1,222/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,274/mo | $1,147 – $1,401/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Mason County, KY (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Mason County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Mason County
- Housing Authority of Maysville
600 Clark St, Maysville, KY, 41056 · 6065644409
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Mason 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 | $25,200 |
| 2 people | $28,800 |
| 3 people | $32,400 |
| 4 people | $35,950 |
| 5 people | $38,850 |
| 6 people | $41,750 |
| 7 people | $44,600 |
| 8 people | $47,500 |
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 Mason 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.
MAYSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL APTS
LIMESTONE ST, MAYSVILLE, KY29 income-restricted units8 1BR, 17 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20144% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044WOODLEIGH HOMES
FOREST AVENUE, MAYSVILLE, KY, 4105630 income-restricted units22 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044MAYSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL APARTMENTS DBA THE LANDINGS AT MAYSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
LIMESTONE STREET, MAYSVILLE, KY, 4105629 income-restricted units7 1BR, 18 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20144% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044MENEMSHA TOWNHOMES
HOLLAN CIRCLE, MAYSVILLE, KY, 4105632 income-restricted units8 1BR, 4 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043- Elderly
HERITAGE SQUARE APARTMENTS, II
LINCOLN DR., MAYSVILLE, KY, 4105624 income-restricted units6 1BR, 14 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance 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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