Barron 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 | $704/mo | $634 – $774/mo |
| 1 BR | $750/mo | $675 – $825/mo |
| 2 BR | $984/mo | $886 – $1,082/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,262/mo | $1,136 – $1,388/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,590/mo | $1,431 – $1,749/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Barron County, WI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Barron County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Barron County
This county is served by 5 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Chetek Housing Authority
801 W Stout St, Chetek, WI, 54728 · 7155375344
- Barron County Housing Authority
611 E Woodland Ave Apt 25, Barron, WI, 54812 · 7155375344
- Housing Authority of the City of Barron
123 E Franklin Ave, Barron, WI, 54812 · 7155375344
- Rice Lake Housing Authority
132 W Marshall St, Rice Lake, WI, 54868 · 7152343721
- Housing Authority of the City of Cumberland
1295 6th Ave, Cumberland, WI, 54829 · 7158222005
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Barron 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 Barron 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.
FRANKLIN SCHOOL APARTMENTS
1011 S MAIN STREET, RICE LAKE, WI, 548688 income-restricted units of 20 total3 1BR, 9 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20164% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046SUNRISE MEADOW II
155 OLSON AVE, BARRON, WI, 548129 income-restricted units of 24 total3 1BR, 21 2BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037WHITETAIL MEADOWS
1005 WHITETAIL ST, RICE LAKE, WI, 5486824 income-restricted units4 1BR, 16 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20049% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034GARDEN VIEW TOWNHOMES
760 EIGHTH AVE, CUMBERLAND, WI, 5482924 income-restricted units16 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 2002Compliance through ~2032WHITETAIL COTTAGES
911 WHITETAIL ST, RICE LAKE, WI, 5486824 income-restricted units4 1BR, 12 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031SUNRISE MEADOW
215 E OLSON AVE, BARRON, WI, 5481224 income-restricted units6 1BR, 6 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029WHITETAIL RIDGE
805 WHITETAIL ST, RICE LAKE, WI, 5486824 income-restricted units8 1BR, 5 2BR, 11 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029CAMELOT VILLAGE
3000 GALAHAD LN, RICE LAKE, WI, 5486824 income-restricted units4 1BR, 12 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025GRAND VIEW APTS - CHETEK
1010 13TH ST, CHETEK, WI, 5472810 income-restricted units of 24 total4 1BR, 12 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025
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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