About This Property
Kankakee County Housing Authority operates 1,060 units of public housing in Kankakee, IL. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open for applications. The housing authority provides affordable rental options to eligible households in the area.
Waitlist Information
Preferences include living, working, or attending school locally; working/employed; families with children; elderly applicants; and disabled individuals.
When last open, preferences included working households who live or work in Kankakee County, other households in Kankakee County, working households outside the county, and other households outside the county. Qualified applicants were added by application submission date and time.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 29, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Kankakee County, IL
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $789 |
| 1 Bedroom | $886 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,164 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,569 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,619 |
Income Limits - Kankakee County, IL
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $15,650
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,100
- Low (80%)
- $41,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,900
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,800
- Low (80%)
- $47,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,550
- Low (80%)
- $53,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,250
- Low (80%)
- $59,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,250
- Low (80%)
- $64,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,250
- Low (80%)
- $69,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,200
- Low (80%)
- $73,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $49,200
- Low (80%)
- $78,700
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $15,650 | $26,100 | $41,750 |
| 2 Persons | $17,900 | $29,800 | $47,700 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $33,550 | $53,650 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $37,250 | $59,600 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $40,250 | $64,400 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $43,250 | $69,150 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $46,200 | $73,950 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $49,200 | $78,700 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Kankakee, IL?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Kankakee County, IL is: $789 (Studio), $886 (1BR), $1164 (2BR), $1569 (3BR), $1619 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Kankakee County Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Kankakee County Housing Authority have?+
Kankakee County Housing Authority has a total of 1060 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Kankakee County Housing Authority?+
Kankakee County Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8159397125, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
Is there a waitlist for Kankakee County Housing Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Kankakee County, IL?+
For a 4-person household in Kankakee County, IL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $37,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $59,600. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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