Pemiscot 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 | $713/mo | $642 – $784/mo |
| 2 BR | $888/mo | $799 – $977/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,171/mo | $1,054 – $1,288/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,176/mo | $1,058 – $1,294/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Pemiscot County, MO (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Pemiscot County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Pemiscot County
This county is served by 5 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of the City of Caruthersville
200 W 12th St, Caruthersville, MO, 63830 · 5733334461
- Housing Authority of the City of Hayti
212 N 4th St, Hayti, MO, 63851 · 5733590698
- Housing Authority of the City of Hayti Heights
100 N Martin Luther King Dr, Hayti Heights, MO, 63851 · 5733592710
- Housing Authority of the City of Steele
201 S Elm St, Steele, MO, 63877 · 5736953771
- Housing Authority of the City of Wardell
200 Acom St, Wardell, MO, 63879 · 5734798710
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Pemiscot 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 Pemiscot 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.
CHARLES J LUNDERMAN ESTATES
1803 COMPRESS ST, CARUTHERSVILLE, MO, 6383015 income-restricted units of 12 totalBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038CLEVELAND APTS I
1205 N OATES ST, HAYTI, MO, 6385150 income-restricted units28 1BR, 10 2BR, 8 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20024% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032CLEVELAND APTS II
1110 N OATES ST, HAYTI, MO, 6385150 income-restricted units20 1BR, 16 2BR, 12 3BR, 2 4BR+Built 20024% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032CLEVELAND APTS III
1301 N OATES ST, HAYTI, MO, 6385121 income-restricted units13 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20024% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032DRIFTWOOD APTS
813 DRIFTWOOD EST, HAYTI, MO, 6385124 income-restricted units24 2BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025STEELE FIRST STREET APTS
515 N FIRST ST, STEELE, MO, 6387724 income-restricted units24 2BRBuilt 1993Compliance through ~2023
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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