Polk 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 | $756/mo | $680 – $832/mo |
| 1 BR | $836/mo | $752 – $920/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,097/mo | $987 – $1,207/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,357/mo | $1,221 – $1,493/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,669/mo | $1,502 – $1,836/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Polk County, WI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Polk County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Polk County
This county is served by 4 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Osceola Housing Authority
602 3rd Ave W Apt 131, Osceola, WI, 54020 · 7152943629
- Frederic Housing Authority
104 3rd Ave S, Frederic, WI, 54837 · 7153278490
- Luck Housing Authority
416 S 1st St, Luck, WI, 54853 · 7154722032
- Amery Housing Authority
300 Harriman Ave N, Amery, WI, 54001 · 7152682500
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Polk 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 | $34,250 |
| 2 people | $39,150 |
| 3 people | $44,050 |
| 4 people | $48,900 |
| 5 people | $52,850 |
| 6 people | $56,750 |
| 7 people | $60,650 |
| 8 people | $64,550 |
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 Polk 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.
OSCEOLA VILLAGE APARTMENTS
550 CHIEFTAIN STREET, OSCEOLA, WI, 540205 income-restricted units of 24 total18 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037ST CROIX FALLS TOWNHOMES
1293 BUR OAK LN, ST CROIX FALLS, WI, 5402424 income-restricted units4 1BR, 12 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 2005Compliance through ~2035HARVEY DUEHOLM VILLA
517 EIGHTH ST, CENTURIA, WI, 5482424 income-restricted units12 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032OSCEOLA VILLAS
105 MEADOW LARK LN, OSCEOLA, WI, 5402024 income-restricted units2 1BR, 12 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030TURTLE LAKE VILLAS
206 HICKORY ST, TURTLE LAKE, WI, 5488924 income-restricted units2 1BR, 14 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029GRAND VIEW - CLEAR LAKE
501 SECOND AVE NW, CLEAR LAKE, WI, 540056 income-restricted units of 12 total2 1BR, 6 2BR, 4 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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