Howell 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 | $612/mo | $551 – $673/mo |
| 1 BR | $677/mo | $609 – $745/mo |
| 2 BR | $888/mo | $799 – $977/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,224/mo | $1,102 – $1,346/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,490/mo | $1,341 – $1,639/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Howell County, MO (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Howell County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Howell 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 West Plains
302 Walnut St Apt 1000, West Plains, MO, 65775 · 4172566663
- Howell County Public Housing Agency
710 E Main St, West Plains, MO, 65775 · 4172566147
Income-restricted housing in Howell 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.
- 43 income-restricted units of 48 total44 2BR, 4 4BR+Built 20244% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054
WEBSTER GROVES, PHASE II
1265 PEARL CIRCLE, WEST PLAINS, MO, 65775-000040 income-restricted units18 2BR, 22 3BRBuilt 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052WEBSTER GROVES
1217 N HOWELL AVE, WEST PLAINS, MO, 6577524 income-restricted units of 30 total24 3BRBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044COURTYARD ESTATES
1270 LAMBERT LN, WEST PLAINS, MO, 6577534 income-restricted units5 1BR, 29 2BRBuilt 20124% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042MOUNTAIN VIEW APTS
403 E JAMES ST, MOUNTAIN VIEW, MO, 6554839 income-restricted units15 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20044% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034WEST PLAINS APTS
1200 JACKSON ST, WEST PLAINS, MO, 6577532 income-restricted units20 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20044% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034WILLOW SPRINGS APTS
2700 STATE RTE 76, WILLOW SPRINGS, MO, 6579338 income-restricted units14 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20044% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034PLAINVIEW ESTATES
2700 BURKE AVE, WEST PLAINS, MO, 6577540 income-restricted units4 1BR, 16 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033SEMINOLE APTS
892 S THAYER AVE, WEST PLAINS, MO, 6577520 income-restricted units14 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027VALLEY VIEW APTS III
907 N ASH ST, MOUNTAIN VIEW, MO, 6554820 income-restricted units4 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 19964% 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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