About This Property
City of Clay Center provides public housing in Clay Center, Kansas through the local housing authority. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority for information about future availability.
Waitlist Information
The City of Clay Center Housing Authority offers public housing communities for senior/disabled individuals. Application preferences are listed on the application when applying through the Atchison Housing Authority, which manages waiting lists for several PHAs including Clay Center.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated September 28, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Clay County, KS
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $636 |
| 1 Bedroom | $674 |
| 2 Bedroom | $886 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,249 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,260 |
Income Limits - Clay County, KS
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $14,650
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,400
- Low (80%)
- $39,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,900
- Low (80%)
- $44,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,400
- Low (80%)
- $50,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,850
- Low (80%)
- $55,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,650
- Low (80%)
- $60,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,450
- Low (80%)
- $64,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,250
- Low (80%)
- $69,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,050
- Low (80%)
- $73,600
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $14,650 | $24,400 | $39,050 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $27,900 | $44,600 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $31,400 | $50,200 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $34,850 | $55,750 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $37,650 | $60,250 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $40,450 | $64,700 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $43,250 | $69,150 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $46,050 | $73,600 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Clay Center, KS?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Clay County, KS is: $636 (Studio), $674 (1BR), $886 (2BR), $1249 (3BR), $1260 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like City of Clay Center is typically 30% of household income or less.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Clay County, KS?+
For a 4-person household in Clay County, KS, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $34,850, Low Income (80% AMI): $55,750. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for City of Clay Center?+
Public Housing 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.
How do I apply for housing at City of Clay Center?+
City of Clay Center is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7856322100, 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.
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