Cole 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 | $689/mo | $620 – $758/mo |
| 1 BR | $694/mo | $625 – $763/mo |
| 2 BR | $910/mo | $819 – $1,001/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,266/mo | $1,139 – $1,393/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,379/mo | $1,241 – $1,517/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Cole County, MO (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Cole County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Cole County
- Housing Authority of the City of Jefferson
1040 Myrtle Ave, Jefferson City, MO, 65109 · 5736356163
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Cole 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 | $36,950 |
| 2 people | $42,200 |
| 3 people | $47,500 |
| 4 people | $52,750 |
| 5 people | $57,000 |
| 6 people | $61,200 |
| 7 people | $65,450 |
| 8 people | $69,650 |
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 Cole 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.
CHAPEL HILL COMMONS III
3521 CHAPEL HILL ROAD, JEFFERSON CITY, MO, 65109-000052 income-restricted units52 2BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047CHAPEL HILL COMMONS II
205 ROCK BEACON RD, JEFFERSON CITY, MO, 6510944 income-restricted units44 2BRBuilt 20114% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041CHAPEL HILL COMMONS I
3561 CHAPEL HILL RD, JEFFERSON CITY, MO, 6510944 income-restricted units44 2BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036HYDER ELDERLY APTS
1310 LINDEN DR, JEFFERSON CITY, MO, 65109116 income-restricted units116 1BRBuilt 2004Compliance through ~2034WEATHERED ROCK APTS
835 WEATHERED ROCK RD, JEFFERSON CITY, MO, 6510140 income-restricted units24 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033CAPITAL CITY ELDERLY APTS
1302 EDMONDS ST, JEFFERSON CITY, MO, 6510950 income-restricted units50 1BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032CAPITAL CITY APTS
518 E ELM ST, JEFFERSON CITY, MO, 6510144 income-restricted units9 2BR, 35 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030CEDAR RIDGE APTS II
4820 CHARM RIDGE DR, JEFFERSON CITY, MO, 6510924 income-restricted units24 3BRBuilt 1999Compliance through ~2029CEDAR RIDGE ESTATES
4912 CHARM RIDGE DR, JEFFERSON CITY, MO, 6510948 income-restricted units40 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027EUGENE GODLEN ACRES
10404 HIGH ST, EUGENE, MO, 650328 income-restricted units8 1BRBuilt 19969% 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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