Polk 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 | $729/mo | $656 – $802/mo |
| 1 BR | $733/mo | $660 – $806/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 — Polk County, MO (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Polk County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Finding the housing authority
We don't have a housing authority on file for Polk County yet. Use the Housing Authority Finder with a local ZIP code to locate the agency that administers vouchers here.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Polk 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 | $28,150 |
| 2 people | $32,150 |
| 3 people | $36,150 |
| 4 people | $40,150 |
| 5 people | $43,400 |
| 6 people | $46,600 |
| 7 people | $49,800 |
| 8 people | $53,000 |
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 Polk 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.
FRISCO SENIOR VILLAGE II
620 SOUTH OAKLAND AVENUE, BOLIVAR, MO, 65613-000036 income-restricted units of 42 total16 1BR, 26 2BRBuilt 20234% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053FRISCO SENIOR VILLAGE
300 S. OAKLAND AVENUE, BOLIVAR, MO, 65613-000042 income-restricted units14 1BR, 28 2BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050- Elderly
ROSE PARK ESTATES
403 E. SUMMIT, BOLIVAR, MO, 65613-000076 income-restricted units64 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20164% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046 ALDRICH CREEK ESTATES
1800 S. BARON DRIVE, BOLIVAR, MO, 65613-000034 income-restricted units of 44 total28 2BR, 18 3BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046MONARCH ESTATES
930 E WALNUT ST, BOLIVAR, MO, 6561319 income-restricted units24 3BRBuilt 20124% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042SIMON PLACE
2300 MESA DR, BOLIVAR, MO, 6561328 income-restricted units27 3BR, 1 4BR+Built 20094% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039GARDEN VILLAS APTS
2255 S PIKE AVE, BOLIVAR, MO, 6561328 income-restricted units28 2BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036BOLIVAR PLAZA APTS (BOLIVAR)
411 MAPLE ST, BOLIVAR, MO, 6561332 income-restricted units32 2BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030- 12 income-restricted units12 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030
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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