Scotts Bluff County, NE
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 | $685/mo | $617 – $754/mo |
| 1 BR | $758/mo | $682 – $834/mo |
| 2 BR | $987/mo | $888 – $1,086/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,314/mo | $1,183 – $1,445/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,397/mo | $1,257 – $1,537/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Scotts Bluff County, NE (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Scotts Bluff County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Scotts Bluff County
- Scotts Bluff County Housing Authority
89A Woodley Park Rd, Gering, NE, 69341 · 3086320473
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Scotts Bluff 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 | $32,950 |
| 2 people | $37,650 |
| 3 people | $42,350 |
| 4 people | $47,050 |
| 5 people | $50,850 |
| 6 people | $54,600 |
| 7 people | $58,350 |
| 8 people | $62,150 |
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 Scotts Bluff 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.
MONUMENT VIEW VILLA
712-732 D STREET, GERING, NE, 69341-000010 income-restricted units8 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 20144% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044CIRRUS SOUTH BEND APTS
1531 E 18TH ST, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE, 6936111 income-restricted units11 1BRBuilt 20124% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042GERING VALLEY ESTATES
566 SEVENTH ST, GERING, NE, 6934128 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041VALACIA NORTH VILLA
817 SEVENTH ST, GERING, NE, 693416 income-restricted units6 2BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036WEST WING APTS
1802 1/2 17TH AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE, 693618 income-restricted units8 1BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036VILLAGE AT GERING
155 L ST, GERING, NE, 6934149 income-restricted units24 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034CIRRUS HOUSE APTS
1501 E 18TH ST, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE, 6936129 income-restricted units29 1BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033BARRIER FREE HOMES
480 A ST, GERING, NE, 693417 income-restricted units7 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031COTTONWOOD APTS
325 L ST, GERING, NE, 6934148 income-restricted units of 49 total8 1BR, 24 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031CROWN WEST
2027 CHAR AVE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE, 6936115 income-restricted units4 2BR, 11 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029LINCOLN HOUSE
1423 BROADWAY, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE, 6936135 income-restricted units33 1BR, 3 2BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029
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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