Buffalo County, NE
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 | $787/mo | $708 – $866/mo |
| 1 BR | $863/mo | $777 – $949/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,031/mo | $928 – $1,134/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,360/mo | $1,224 – $1,496/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,730/mo | $1,557 – $1,903/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Buffalo County, NE (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Buffalo County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Buffalo County
This county is served by 4 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Ravenna Housing Authority
1001 Grand Ave, Ravenna, NE, 68869 · 3084524233
- Shelton Housing Authority
306 C St, Shelton, NE, 68876 · 3086476673
- Gibbon Housing Agency
413 1st St, Gibbon, NE, 68840 · 3082343000
- Kearney Housing Agency
2715 Avenue I, Kearney, NE, 68847 · 3082343000
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Buffalo 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 | $37,050 |
| 2 people | $42,350 |
| 3 people | $47,650 |
| 4 people | $52,900 |
| 5 people | $57,150 |
| 6 people | $61,400 |
| 7 people | $65,600 |
| 8 people | $69,850 |
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 Buffalo 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.
TAYLOR VILLAS
1411-1511 O AVENUE, KEARNEY, NE, 68847-000018 income-restricted units18 2BRBuilt 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054- Elderly
PRAIRIE VIEW APARTMENTS
211 E. 8TH STREET, KEARNEY, NE, 68847-000097 income-restricted units22 1BR, 47 2BR, 28 3BRBuilt 20239% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053 - 15 income-restricted units of 18 total18 3BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046
STONERIDGE APTS PHASE II
716 E 56TH ST, KEARNEY, NE, 6884724 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2010Compliance through ~2040THE VILLAGE AT KEARNEY II
88 LA CROSSE DR, KEARNEY, NE, 688454 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038KEARNEY PLAZA HOMES
2815 W LA PLATTE RD, KEARNEY, NE, 6884516 income-restricted units16 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036STONERIDGE APTS
716 E 56TH ST, KEARNEY, NE, 6884770 income-restricted units of 80 total32 1BR, 32 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036VILLAGE PLAZA
2730 W LA PLATTE RD, KEARNEY, NE, 6884530 income-restricted units10 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035VILLAGE AT KEARNEY
88 LA CROSSE DR, KEARNEY, NE, 6884537 income-restricted units4 1BR, 20 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034SIBLEY APTS
1005 AVE E, KEARNEY, NE, 6884716 income-restricted units8 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 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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