Pierce 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 | $1,242/mo | $1,118 – $1,366/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,405/mo | $1,265 – $1,546/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,709/mo | $1,538 – $1,880/mo |
| 3 BR | $2,262/mo | $2,036 – $2,488/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,531/mo | $2,278 – $2,784/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Pierce County, WI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Pierce 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 Pierce 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 Pierce 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 | $46,050 |
| 2 people | $52,600 |
| 3 people | $59,200 |
| 4 people | $65,750 |
| 5 people | $71,050 |
| 6 people | $76,300 |
| 7 people | $81,550 |
| 8 people | $86,800 |
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 Pierce 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.
RIVER FALLS TERRACE
405 S WASSON LANE, RIVER FALLS, WI, 540224 income-restricted units of 32 total26 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048VALLEY VILLAS ASSISTED LIVING
S820 WESTLAND DR, SPRING VALLEY, WI, 547674 income-restricted units of 20 total14 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040WINDMILL PLACE
914 S MAIN ST, RIVER FALLS, WI, 5402210 income-restricted units of 24 total5 1BR, 19 2BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037CROSSING MEADOWS
739 LUCAS LN, ELLSWORTH, WI, 5401114 income-restricted units of 24 total8 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20079% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037ELLSWORTH TOWN HOMES
559 N MAPLE ST, ELLSWORTH, WI, 5401124 income-restricted units4 1BR, 12 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033RED CEDAR ESTATES
1450 CEMETERY RD, RIVER FALLS, WI, 5402224 income-restricted units12 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033RED CEDAR ESTATES II
1510 CEMETERY RD, RIVER FALLS, WI, 5402224 income-restricted units17 2BR, 7 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033COTTAGES OF SPRING VALLEY
W2730 STATE RD, SPRING VALLEY, WI, 5476716 income-restricted units4 1BR, 10 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 1998Compliance through ~2028HIGH POINT MEADOWS
454 HIGH POINTE DR, ELLSWORTH, WI, 5401124 income-restricted units8 1BR, 9 2BR, 7 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028PRESCOTT HOUSING LP
667 DEXTER ST S, PRESCOTT, WI, 5402124 income-restricted units6 2BR, 18 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028COTTAGES OF ELLSWORTH
431 W CAIRNS ST, ELLSWORTH, WI, 5401124 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027VILLAGE PARK APTS
1536 S WASSON LN, RIVER FALLS, WI, 5402239 income-restricted units of 40 total6 1BR, 18 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026
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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