Wood 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 | $691/mo | $622 – $760/mo |
| 1 BR | $742/mo | $668 – $816/mo |
| 2 BR | $973/mo | $876 – $1,070/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,220/mo | $1,098 – $1,342/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,288/mo | $1,159 – $1,417/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Wood County, WI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Wood County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Wood County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Wisconsin Rapids Housing Authority
2521 10th St S, Wisconsin Rapids, WI, 54494 · 7154237288
- Marshfield Community Development Authority
601 S Cedar Ave, Marshfield, WI, 54449 · 7153870528
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Wood 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 Wood 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.
CRANBERRY WOODS TOWNHOMES
2231 14TH ST S, WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI, 5449414 income-restricted units of 40 total15 2BR, 25 3BRBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048NEKOOSA SENIOR VILLAGE
200 BUEHLER AVE, NEKOOSA, WI, 544573 income-restricted units of 18 total18 2BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047RIVER WOOD APARTMENTS
2231 CAREY STREET, WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI, 5449511 income-restricted units of 38 total28 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044RIVER CITY SENIOR VILLAGE
811-829 HALE ST, WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI, 544954 income-restricted units of 19 total19 2BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037WYNDHAM VILLAS
1313 N HINMAN AVE, MARSHFIELD, WI, 5444948 income-restricted units18 1BR, 30 2BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033RIVER GROVE SENIOR VILLAGE
3411 WASHINGTON ST, WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI, 5449424 income-restricted units11 1BR, 13 2BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032SYLVAN GLEN
1150 19TH AVE S, WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI, 5449560 income-restricted units14 1BR, 28 2BR, 18 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026TIMBER TRAILS APTS
3211 FRANKLIN ST, WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI, 5449464 income-restricted units12 1BR, 32 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026RIPPLE CREEK APTS
540 VER BUNKER AVE, PORT EDWARDS, WI, 5446926 income-restricted units of 30 total8 1BR, 14 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19934% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023
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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