Lincoln 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 | $796/mo | $716 – $876/mo |
| 1 BR | $802/mo | $722 – $882/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,052/mo | $947 – $1,157/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,261/mo | $1,135 – $1,387/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,520/mo | $1,368 – $1,672/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Lincoln County, NE (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Lincoln County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Lincoln County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- North Platte Housing Authority
900 Autumn Park Dr, North Platte, NE, 69101 · 3085344887
- Sutherland Housing Authority
1200 2nd St, Sutherland, NE, 69165 · 3083868229
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Lincoln 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 | $32,950 |
| 2 people | $37,650 |
| 3 people | $42,350 |
| 4 people | $47,050 |
| 5 people | $50,850 |
| 6 people | $54,600 |
| 7 people | $58,350 |
| 8 people | $62,150 |
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 Lincoln 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.
PARKLAND ESTATES II
3920 - 4011WEST PARKLAND COURT, NORTH PLATTE, NE, 69101-000010 income-restricted units8 3BR, 2 4BR+Built 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047HERITAGE GARDENS
SCATTERED SITE, LEXINGTON, NE, 69101-000032 income-restricted units32 3BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046- 10 income-restricted units of 12 total12 3BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045
LUKE ESTATES
4002 W PARKLAND CIR, NORTH PLATTE, NE, 6910110 income-restricted units7 3BR, 3 4BR+Built 20124% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042DIXIE GARDENS
116 N DIXIE AVE, NORTH PLATTE, NE, 6910116 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041PARK PLACE HOMES
305 N PARK DR, NORTH PLATTE, NE, 691012 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20114% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041WEST PARK TOWNHOMES
3808 PRAIRIE RIDGE RD, NORTH PLATTE, NE, 6910153 income-restricted units of 54 total40 2BR, 14 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035VILLAGE AT NORTH PLATTE
4000 W SECOND ST, NORTH PLATTE, NE, 6910148 income-restricted units of 49 total8 1BR, 24 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034TABOR RANCH
1102 S TABOR AVE, NORTH PLATTE, NE, 6910148 income-restricted units of 49 total16 2BR, 29 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031TABORWOOD TOWNHOMES
1200 S TABOR AVE, NORTH PLATTE, NE, 6910138 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1998Compliance through ~2028
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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