Audrain County, MO
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 | $660/mo | $594 – $726/mo |
| 1 BR | $690/mo | $621 – $759/mo |
| 2 BR | $888/mo | $799 – $977/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,141/mo | $1,027 – $1,255/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,239/mo | $1,115 – $1,363/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Audrain County, MO (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Audrain County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Audrain County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of the City of Vandalia
200 S Main St, Vandalia, MO, 63382 · 5735943712
- Housing Authority of the City of Mexico
828 Garfield Ave, Mexico, MO, 65265 · 5735812294
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Audrain 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 | $28,050 |
| 2 people | $32,050 |
| 3 people | $36,050 |
| 4 people | $40,050 |
| 5 people | $43,300 |
| 6 people | $46,500 |
| 7 people | $49,700 |
| 8 people | $52,900 |
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 Audrain 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.
TEAL LAKE VILLAGE
2501 AMELIA STREET, MEXICO, MO, 65265-000031 income-restricted units of 40 total20 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049BERKSHIRE APARTMENTS
601 MARS, MEXICO, MO, 65265-000029 income-restricted units11 1BR, 18 2BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046MEXICO APTS II
2717 S CLARK ST, MEXICO, MO, 6526520 income-restricted units20 1BRBuilt 20099% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039MEXICO I APTS
2705 S CLARK ST, MEXICO, MO, 6526548 income-restricted units of 15 totalBuilt 2007Compliance through ~2037COUNTRY PLACE
1928 COUNTRY PL CT, MEXICO, MO, 6526517 income-restricted units17 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034WINDWOOD APTS
200 GASLIGHT RD, VANDALIA, MO, 6338222 income-restricted units of 32 total22 2BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027MEXICO MEADOWS
2152A JUBEL DR, MEXICO, MO, 6526564 income-restricted units64 2BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026
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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