Pulaski 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 | $662/mo | $596 – $728/mo |
| 1 BR | $706/mo | $635 – $777/mo |
| 2 BR | $926/mo | $833 – $1,019/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,110/mo | $999 – $1,221/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,355/mo | $1,220 – $1,491/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Pulaski County, KY (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Pulaski County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Pulaski County
- Housing Authority of Somerset
400 Hail Knob Rd, Somerset, KY, 42503 · 6066791332
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Pulaski 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 | $26,400 |
| 2 people | $30,150 |
| 3 people | $33,900 |
| 4 people | $37,650 |
| 5 people | $40,700 |
| 6 people | $43,700 |
| 7 people | $46,700 |
| 8 people | $49,700 |
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 Pulaski 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.
SKY HOPE RECOVERY CENTER FOR MEN
UNION STREET, SOMERSET, KY, 4250168 income-restricted units68 4BR+Built 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048BEECHER HOUSE APARTMENTS
S. MAIN STREET, SOMERSET, KY, 4250162 income-restricted units58 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20134% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043EAGLE'S LANDING SENIOR COMMUNITY
INDEPENDENCE DRIVE, SOMERSET, KY, 4250124 income-restricted units12 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20054% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035CLINTON COUNTY EMPOWERMENT ZONE LEASE
P.O. BOX 609, SCIENCE HILL, KY, 4255320 income-restricted units20 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031CLIFTY HEIGHTS ELDERLY RENTAL PROJECT
STANFORD ST., SCIENCE HILL, KY, 4255310 income-restricted units10 1BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030- Elderly
ROYAL LODGE APARTMENTS
LOOKOUT ST., SOMERSET, KY, 4250118 income-restricted units16 1BR, 2 4BR+Built 19979% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027 - Elderly
SOMER-COURT ASSOC. DBA PLUMTREE APARTMENTS - PROJ.
TURPEN CT., SOMERSET, KY, 4250124 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027 - Elderly
UNIVERSITY SQUARE APARTMENTS
N. COLLEGE ST., SOMERSET, KY, 4250220 income-restricted units20 2BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024 - Elderly
SOMERSET TERRACE
JAMES ST., SOMERSET, KY, 4250224 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 19934% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023 PLEASANT HILL SQUARE
MCKEE RD., SOMERSET, KY, 4250324 income-restricted units8 1BR, 12 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 19939% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023
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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