Ashland County, WI
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 | $737/mo | $663 – $811/mo |
| 1 BR | $742/mo | $668 – $816/mo |
| 2 BR | $973/mo | $876 – $1,070/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,353/mo | $1,218 – $1,488/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,613/mo | $1,452 – $1,774/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Ashland County, WI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Ashland County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Ashland County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Ashland Housing Authority
319 Chapple Ave, Ashland, WI, 54806 · 7156827066
- Ashland County Housing Authority
Mellen, WI, 54546 · 7152748311
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Ashland 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 | $33,600 |
| 2 people | $38,400 |
| 3 people | $43,200 |
| 4 people | $48,000 |
| 5 people | $51,850 |
| 6 people | $55,700 |
| 7 people | $59,550 |
| 8 people | $63,400 |
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 Ashland 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
SUPERIOR VIEW COTTAGES
2203, 2205, 2207, 2209, 2211 6TH ST E, ASHLAND, WI, 5480650 income-restricted units10 1BR, 16 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20249% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054 BAD RIVER HOMES II
73270 & 73262 W DENOMIE ST, ODANAH, WI, 548615 income-restricted units of 24 total7 2BR, 11 3BR, 6 4BR+Built 20154% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045BAD RIVER HOMES I
53875 CIRCLE DR, ODANAH, WI, 548615 income-restricted units of 24 total4 1BR, 4 2BR, 14 3BR, 2 4BR+Built 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040ROBERT HOLMES VILLA
522 CHAPPLE AVE, ASHLAND, WI, 5480618 income-restricted units5 1BR, 11 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029CHEQUAMEGON APTS
100 N FIFTH ST, BUTTERNUT, WI, 545148 income-restricted units1 1BR, 4 2BR, 3 3BRBuilt 1994Compliance through ~2024PINEWOOD I
1515 BEASER AVE, ASHLAND, WI, 5480624 income-restricted units6 1BR, 10 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024
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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