New Madrid 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 | $661/mo | $595 – $727/mo |
| 1 BR | $678/mo | $610 – $746/mo |
| 2 BR | $890/mo | $801 – $979/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,067/mo | $960 – $1,174/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,178/mo | $1,060 – $1,296/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — New Madrid County, MO (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for New Madrid County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving New Madrid County
This county is served by 4 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of the City of Gideon
135 Haven St, Gideon, MO, 63848 · 5734483215
- Housing Authority of the City of Portageville
13 Portage Vlg, Portageville, MO, 63873 · 5733793479
- Housing Authority of the City of Morehouse
Morehouse, MO, 63868 · 5736675579
- Housing Authority of the City of New Madrid
550 Semo Dr, New Madrid, MO, 63869 · 5737482417
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in New Madrid 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 New Madrid 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.
HOWARDVILLE HOUSING
110 DUGAN YOUNG ST, HOWARDVILLE, MO, 6386912 income-restricted units12 3BRBuilt 2005Compliance through ~2035LAKE VIEW APTS
1200 BARNES AVE, PORTAGEVILLE, MO64 income-restricted units8 1BR, 40 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 2004Compliance through ~2034PARMA APTS
210 DAWNA ST, PARMA, MO30 income-restricted units12 1BR, 12 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20049% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034MAGNOLIA MANOR
504 W STATE HWY 162, PORTAGEVILLE, MO, 6387320 income-restricted units20 1BRBuilt 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033LILBOURN GARDEN APTS
1 BLADES DR, LILBOURN, MO36 income-restricted units12 1BR, 12 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031NEW MADRID GARDEN APTS
4 BLADES DR, NEW MADRID, MO, 6386940 income-restricted units6 1BR, 10 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031OLD OAKS APTS
447 PINNELL LN, NEW MADRID, MO, 6386912 income-restricted units12 2BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026DOG WOOD APTS
RR 3 BOX 158, PORTAGEVILLE, MO, 6387316 income-restricted units16 1BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025DOGWOOD APTS
430 W STATE HIGHWAY 162, PORTAGEVILLE, MO, 6387316 income-restricted units of 9 totalBuilt 1995Compliance through ~2025
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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