Hardin County, OH
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 | $806/mo | $725 – $887/mo |
| 1 BR | $811/mo | $730 – $892/mo |
| 2 BR | $973/mo | $876 – $1,070/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,230/mo | $1,107 – $1,353/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,373/mo | $1,236 – $1,510/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Hardin County, OH (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Hardin County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Finding the housing authority
We don't have a housing authority on file for Hardin County yet. Use the Housing Authority Finder with a local ZIP code to locate the agency that administers vouchers here.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Hardin 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 | $30,700 |
| 2 people | $35,100 |
| 3 people | $39,500 |
| 4 people | $43,850 |
| 5 people | $47,400 |
| 6 people | $50,900 |
| 7 people | $54,400 |
| 8 people | $57,900 |
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 Hardin 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.
KENTON STATION
1002 E COLUMBUS ST, KENTON, OH, 4332632 income-restricted units32 2BRBuilt 20124% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042MALLORY MEADOWS
409 E PATTERSON ST, DUNKIRK, OH, 4583624 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 2009Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2039NEW SETON KENTON
699 MORNINGSIDE DR, KENTON, OH, 4332650 income-restricted units50 1BRBuilt 2009Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2039EAGLES POINT APTS
815 MORNINGSIDE DR, KENTON, OH, 4332671 income-restricted units59 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029YORKTOWN VILLAGE II
401 W LIMA AVE, ADA, OH, 4581017 income-restricted units8 2BR, 9 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029WINDY KNOLL APTS
210 E WAGNER ST, ALGER, OH, 4581236 income-restricted units10 1BR, 24 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 19979% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027SCIOTO VILLAGE I
1037 S MAIN ST, KENTON, OH, 4332650 income-restricted units30 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026SHARON APTS
203 N CAMPBELL ST, FOREST, OH, 4584324 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026YORKTOWN VILLAGE
45810 W LIMA AVE, ADA, OH29 income-restricted units29 1BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025SPRINGBROOK APTS
980 MEADOW LN, KENTON, OH, 4332646 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1994Compliance through ~2024DUNKIRK ESTATES
409 E PATTERSON ST, DUNKIRK, OH, 4583624 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19939% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023MORNINGSIDE VILLA
985 MEADOW LN, KENTON, OH, 4332632 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19934% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023FOUNTAINHEAD APTS
205 W SHADLEY ST, ALGER, OH, 4581224 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19929% LIHTCCompliance through ~2022
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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