Red Willow 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 | $666/mo | $599 – $733/mo |
| 1 BR | $732/mo | $659 – $805/mo |
| 2 BR | $961/mo | $865 – $1,057/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,152/mo | $1,037 – $1,267/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,272/mo | $1,145 – $1,399/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Red Willow County, NE (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Red Willow County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Red Willow County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- McCook Housing Authority
502 Missouri Avenue Cir, Mc Cook, NE, 69001 · 3083453605
- Indianola Housing Authority
125 N 2nd St, Indianola, NE, 69034 · 3083642423
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Red Willow 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 | $33,950 |
| 2 people | $38,800 |
| 3 people | $43,650 |
| 4 people | $48,500 |
| 5 people | $52,400 |
| 6 people | $56,300 |
| 7 people | $60,150 |
| 8 people | $64,050 |
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 Red Willow 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.
MAPLEWOOD APARTMENTS II
700-723 W. 14TH STREET, MCCOOK, NE, 69001-000024 income-restricted units16 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052QUILLAN COURTS
1610 WEST 9TH, MCCOOK, NE, 69001-000016 income-restricted units4 3BR, 12 4BR+Built 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047CLARY VILLAGE
1605-1620 WEST 8TH ST., MCCOOK, NE, 69001-000016 income-restricted units12 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045EAST WARD VILLAGE
606 E F ST, MC COOK, NE, 6900127 income-restricted units7 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 20124% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042
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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