Dunklin 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 | $677/mo | $609 – $745/mo |
| 2 BR | $888/mo | $799 – $977/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,228/mo | $1,105 – $1,351/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,416/mo | $1,274 – $1,558/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Dunklin County, MO (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Dunklin County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Dunklin County
This county is served by 8 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of the City of Campbell
930 Poplar St, Campbell, MO, 63933 · 5732463103
- Housing Authority of the City of Clarkton
404 E Clark St, Clarkton, MO, 63837 · 5734483838
- Housing Authority of the City of Cardwell
123 Circle Dr, Cardwell, MO, 63829 · 5736543557
- Housing Authority of the City of Hornersville
201 Jc Edmonston Cir, Hornersville, MO, 63855 · 5737372533
- Housing Authority of the City of Holcomb
213 E Elm St, Holcomb, MO, 63852 · 5737923576
- Housing Authority of the City of Kennett
900 Kennett St, Kennett, MO, 63857 · 5738884612
- Housing Authority of the City of Malden
109 Watson Dr, Malden, MO, 63863 · 5732763706
- Housing Authority of the City of Senath
722 S Caneer St, Senath, MO, 63876 · 5737382209
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Dunklin 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 Dunklin 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.
NORTH TOWNE VILLA
1201 RIGGS ST, KENNETT, MO, 6385764 income-restricted units24 1BR, 40 2BRBuilt 20114% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041ELY-WALKER APTS
221 S MAIN ST, KENNETT, MO, 6385745 income-restricted units of 27 totalBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038KENNETT APTS
940 COMPRESS RD, KENNETT, MO, 6385775 income-restricted units28 1BR, 31 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20054% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035SENATH APTS
100 HIGHFILL ST, SENATH, MO, 6387648 income-restricted units24 1BR, 16 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20049% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034COTTON BOLL COMMONS
515 FIRST ST, KENNETT, MO, 6385739 income-restricted units28 1BR, 11 2BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032MALDEN GARDEN APTS
43 BLADES DR, MALDEN, MO, 6386354 income-restricted units25 1BR, 15 2BR, 10 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20014% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031ROSEWOOD APTS
713 S CANEER ST, SENATH, MO, 6387624 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026AUTUMN VIEW APTS PHASE II
1184 FLOYD ST, KENNETT, MO, 6385724 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 1992Compliance through ~2022
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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