Butler 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 | $682/mo | $614 – $750/mo |
| 2 BR | $895/mo | $806 – $985/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,194/mo | $1,075 – $1,313/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,199/mo | $1,079 – $1,319/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Butler County, MO (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Butler County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Butler 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 Poplar Bluff
302 N E St, Poplar Bluff, MO, 63901 · 5737858265
- Ripley County Public Housing Agency
3019 Fair St, Poplar Bluff, MO, 63901 · 5737856402
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Butler 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 | $27,150 |
| 2 people | $31,000 |
| 3 people | $34,900 |
| 4 people | $38,750 |
| 5 people | $41,850 |
| 6 people | $44,950 |
| 7 people | $48,050 |
| 8 people | $51,150 |
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 Butler 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.
POPLAR BLUFF VILLAS
2301 EUGENE BOULEVARD, POPLAR BLUFF, MO, 63901-000048 income-restricted units48 2BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048- Elderly
SOUTH POINTE APARTMENTS
3101 WARRIOR LANE, POPLAR BLUFF, MO, 63901-000048 income-restricted units48 2BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046 VINE STREET APTS
430 VINE ST, POPLAR BLUFF, MO, 6390142 income-restricted units16 1BR, 26 2BRBuilt 20094% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039OAKVIEW APTS II
727 E OUTER RD, POPLAR BLUFF, MO, 6390136 income-restricted units36 2BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037- 40 income-restricted units20 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035
OAKVIEW APTS
745 E OUTER RD, POPLAR BLUFF, MO, 6390148 income-restricted units32 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030BLUFF VIEW MANOR
2233 RUTH DR, POPLAR BLUFF, MO, 6390124 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 1994Compliance through ~2024- 24 income-restricted units2 studio, 16 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 1993Compliance through ~2023
OAK GROVE APTS
1295 VELMA ST, POPLAR BLUFF, MO, 6390144 income-restricted units20 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 1992Compliance through ~2022- 2 income-restricted units2 2BRBuilt 1991Compliance through ~2021
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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