Eau Claire 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 | $932/mo | $839 – $1,025/mo |
| 1 BR | $962/mo | $866 – $1,058/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,181/mo | $1,063 – $1,299/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,582/mo | $1,424 – $1,740/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,588/mo | $1,429 – $1,747/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Eau Claire County, WI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Eau Claire County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Eau Claire County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Eau Claire County Housing Authority
227 1st St W, Altoona, WI, 54720 · 7158396240
- Eau Claire Housing Authority
203 S Farwell St, Eau Claire, WI, 54701 · 7158394943
- Altoona Housing Authority
2404 Spooner Ave, Altoona, WI, 54720 · 7158341842
Income-restricted housing in Eau Claire 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.
CANNERY TRAIL RESIDENCES 2, LLC
1700 N OXFORD AVE, EAU CLAIRE, WI, 5470336 income-restricted units of 43 total4 studio, 15 1BR, 18 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20234% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053BISCUIT LOFTS
1300 1ST AVE, EAU CLAIRE, WI, 547037 income-restricted units of 22 total9 1BR, 7 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044OTTER CREEK
5726 OTTER CREEK CT, EAU CLAIRE, WI, 5470164 income-restricted units21 1BR, 35 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028OAKWOOD APT HOMES
3802 DAMON ST, EAU CLAIRE, WI, 5470163 income-restricted units24 1BR, 35 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 19954% 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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