Sawyer County Housing Authority
15918 5th St, Hayward, WI, 54843 · ~201 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Hayward, 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: Sawyer County
Who this agency serves
Sawyer County Housing Authority served 159 households across 203 units (78% 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 $15,864, and pays an average of $396 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 159 of 203 units
- Avg. household income
- $15,864
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $396
- Avg. household size
- 1.7 people
- Households with children
- 26%
- Head of household 62+
- 45%
- Head of household with a disability
- 56%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 48 months
Unit mix: 54% 1-bedroom, 30% 2-bedroom, 16% 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 Sawyer 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 Sawyer County Housing Authority directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Hayward, 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.
LAC COURTE OREILLES HOMES III
13739 WEST K-TOWN ROAD, HAYWARD, WI, 548434 income-restricted units of 24 total18 3BR, 6 4BR+Built 20134% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043LAC COURTE OREILLES HOMES II
9012 N AKIKAANDAG LANE, HAYWARD, WI, 548436 income-restricted units of 24 total2 2BR, 12 3BR, 10 4BR+Built 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041PROJECT 8 DRYTOWN
9408 N DRYTOWN AVE, HAYWARD, WI, 548438 income-restricted units of 24 total6 2BR, 10 3BR, 8 4BR+Built 20074% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037NYMAN AVENUE AFFORDABLE HOUSING TOWNHOMES
117 GUARD ST, HAYWARD, WI, 5484316 income-restricted units2 1BR, 9 2BR, 5 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027
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 Sawyer 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.