About This Property
The Housing Authority of the County of Wabash operates 156 units of public housing in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open for applicants. The housing authority provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible residents in Wabash County.
Waitlist Information
The Housing Authority of the County of Wabash IL accepts Public Housing pre-applications at the program level and does not allow applicants to deselect any property; declining two invitations will purge the application from the waitlist. Eligibility is based on annual gross income, age or disability status, US citizenship or eligible immigration, and preferences are often given to locals.
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is open as of June 2026. Eligibility is based on income, family size, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration; pre-applications may be accepted and declining two invitations will purge an application from the waitlist.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated June 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Wabash 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 | $547 |
| 1 Bedroom | $614 |
| 2 Bedroom | $807 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,122 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,126 |
Income Limits - Wabash County, IL
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $14,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,850
- Low (80%)
- $39,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,400
- Low (80%)
- $45,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,950
- Low (80%)
- $51,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,500
- Low (80%)
- $56,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,350
- Low (80%)
- $61,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,200
- Low (80%)
- $65,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,050
- Low (80%)
- $70,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,900
- Low (80%)
- $75,000
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $14,950 | $24,850 | $39,800 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $28,400 | $45,450 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $31,950 | $51,150 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $35,500 | $56,800 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $38,350 | $61,350 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $41,200 | $65,900 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $44,050 | $70,450 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $46,900 | $75,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Mt Carmell, IL?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Wabash County, IL is: $547 (Studio), $614 (1BR), $807 (2BR), $1122 (3BR), $1126 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the County of Wabash. is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the County of Wabash. have?+
Housing Authority of the County of Wabash. has a total of 156 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the County of Wabash.?+
Housing Authority of the County of Wabash. is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6182625518, 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Wabash County, IL?+
For a 4-person household in Wabash County, IL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $35,500, Low Income (80% AMI): $56,800. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the County of Wabash.?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
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