McDonald 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 | $672/mo | $605 – $739/mo |
| 1 BR | $677/mo | $609 – $745/mo |
| 2 BR | $888/mo | $799 – $977/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,235/mo | $1,112 – $1,359/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,490/mo | $1,341 – $1,639/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — McDonald County, MO (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for McDonald County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving McDonald County
This county is served by 5 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Anderson Housing Authority
500 Tatum St, Anderson, MO, 64831 · 4178456351
- Lanagan Housing Authority
Lanagan, MO, 64847 · 4178456351
- Noel Housing Authority
624 Johnson Dr, Noel, MO, 64854 · 4174753195
- Pineville Housing Authority
Pineville, MO, 64856 · 4177379627
- Housing Authority of Southwest City
702A Mark Twain Cir, South West City, MO, 64863 · 4177623487
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in McDonald 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 →
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