Beatrice Housing Authority
205 N 4th St, Beatrice, NE, 68310 · ~229 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Beatrice, NE (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: Gage County
Who this agency serves
Beatrice Housing Authority served 159 households across 229 units (69% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 1.7 people, an average annual income of $16,244, and pays an average of $395 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 159 of 229 units
- Avg. household income
- $16,244
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $395
- Avg. household size
- 1.7 people
- Households with children
- 26%
- Head of household 62+
- 43%
- Head of household with a disability
- 58%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 2 months
Unit mix: 38% 1-bedroom, 44% 2-bedroom, 18% 3-bedroom.
Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through Beatrice Housing Authority, 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 (the Extremely Low Income limit) for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $34,200 |
| 2 people | $39,050 |
| 3 people | $43,950 |
| 4 people | $48,800 |
| 5 people | $52,750 |
| 6 people | $56,650 |
| 7 people | $60,550 |
| 8 people | $64,450 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary. Contact Beatrice Housing Authority directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Beatrice, NE
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.
PORTER ESTATES
SCATTERED, BEATRICE, NE, 68310-000016 income-restricted units16 2BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049BEATRICE SUNSET ESTATES
1108 MERIWETHER ST, BEATRICE, NE, 6831017 income-restricted units17 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031PARENTS OF ALL AGES
729 W MARY ST, BEATRICE, NE, 6831010 income-restricted units3 2BR, 7 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031SUNSET CROWN
1003 MERIWETHER ST, BEATRICE, NE, 6831017 income-restricted units17 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030CRESTLAND APTS
1118 W SCOTT ST, BEATRICE, NE, 6831016 income-restricted units4 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028PINE GROVE
1017 W D ST, WYMORE, NE, 684668 income-restricted units4 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027
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 →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Beatrice Housing Authority directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.