Bates 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 | $702/mo | $632 – $772/mo |
| 1 BR | $706/mo | $635 – $777/mo |
| 2 BR | $927/mo | $834 – $1,020/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,232/mo | $1,109 – $1,355/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,555/mo | $1,400 – $1,711/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Bates County, MO (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Bates County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Finding the housing authority
We don't have a housing authority on file for Bates County yet. Use the Housing Authority Finder with a local ZIP code to locate the agency that administers vouchers here.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Bates 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 | $29,450 |
| 2 people | $33,650 |
| 3 people | $37,850 |
| 4 people | $42,050 |
| 5 people | $45,450 |
| 6 people | $48,800 |
| 7 people | $52,150 |
| 8 people | $55,550 |
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 Bates 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.
PARK WEST ESTATES II
813 BIRCH ST, BUTLER, MO, 6473019 income-restricted units19 3BRBuilt 20114% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041HOUSTON PLAZA
125 S HOUSTON ST, ADRIAN, MO, 6472034 income-restricted units34 1BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032BUTLER PLAZA APTS
411 S FRAN AVE, BUTLER, MO, 6473020 income-restricted units16 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031BUTLER PLAZA APTS II
409 S FRAN AVE, BUTLER, MO, 6473028 income-restricted units24 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 1998Compliance through ~2028
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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