Madison 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 | $684/mo | $616 – $752/mo |
| 1 BR | $758/mo | $682 – $834/mo |
| 2 BR | $992/mo | $893 – $1,091/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,285/mo | $1,157 – $1,414/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,524/mo | $1,372 – $1,676/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Madison County, NE (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Madison County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Madison County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Newman Grove Housing Authority
402 Railroad Ave, Newman Grove, NE, 68758 · 4024476141
- Norfolk Housing Agency
1310 W Norfolk Ave Ste D, Norfolk, NE, 68701 · 4028442080
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Madison 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 Madison 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.
- Elderly
RIVER FORK VILLAS
SCATTERED SITES, NORFOLK, NE, 68701-000018 income-restricted units16 3BR, 2 4BR+Built 20234% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053 - Elderly
MADISON VILLAS
SCATTERED, NORFOLK, NE, 68701-000048 income-restricted units38 3BR, 10 4BR+Built 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050 SKYLINE APARTMENTS
1204 WEST NORFOLK AVENUE, NORFOLK, NE, 68701-000092 income-restricted units17 studio, 75 1BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048MEADOW RIDGE ESTATES
1131 MCINTOSH RD, NORFOLK, NE, 6870124 income-restricted units8 1BR, 12 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034TILDEN HOUSING I
702 HORSESHOE LN, TILDEN, NE, 687817 income-restricted units of 8 total8 2BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030WESTPORT NORFOLK APTS
2616 WESTSIDE PLAZA DR, NORFOLK, NE, 6870141 income-restricted units of 42 totalBuilt 1996Compliance 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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