Richland County Housing Authority
290 W Union St, Richland Center, WI, 53581 · ~221 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Richland Center, WI (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: Richland County
Who this agency serves
Richland County Housing Authority served 132 households across 221 units (60% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 1.7 people, an average annual income of $15,685, and pays an average of $378 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 132 of 221 units
- Avg. household income
- $15,685
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $378
- Avg. household size
- 1.7 people
- Households with children
- 28%
- Head of household 62+
- 43%
- Head of household with a disability
- 53%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 22 months
Unit mix: 45% 1-bedroom, 38% 2-bedroom, 17% 3-bedroom.
Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through Richland County Housing Authority, 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 (the Extremely Low Income limit) 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. Contact Richland County Housing Authority directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Richland Center, WI
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.
PINE RIVER TERRACE
1480 WEDGEWOOD DR, RICHLAND CENTER, WI, 5358120 income-restricted units20 1BRBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030WOODBURY VILLAGE APTS
1680 WEDGEWOOD DR, RICHLAND CENTER, WI, 5358124 income-restricted units4 1BR, 12 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028ADA JAMES PLACE
1000 PARKVIEW DR, RICHLAND CENTER, WI16 income-restricted units8 2BR, 8 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 →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Richland County Housing Authority directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.