Caldwell 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 | $1,095/mo | $986 – $1,205/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,197/mo | $1,077 – $1,317/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,358/mo | $1,222 – $1,494/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,769/mo | $1,592 – $1,946/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,103/mo | $1,893 – $2,313/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Caldwell County, MO (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Caldwell 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 Caldwell 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 Caldwell 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 | $39,700 |
| 2 people | $45,400 |
| 3 people | $51,050 |
| 4 people | $56,700 |
| 5 people | $61,250 |
| 6 people | $65,800 |
| 7 people | $70,350 |
| 8 people | $74,850 |
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 →
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