About This Property
Wamego Housing Authority operates 32 units of public housing in Wamego, Kansas, serving residents of Pottawatomie County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides affordable rental housing options through its public housing program.
Waitlist Information
The Public Housing waiting list is managed by Atchison Housing Authority. Preferences are given to families and senior/disabled individuals, with eligibility based on annual gross income, age/disability, and US citizenship or eligible immigration status. Declining two invitations will result in the application being purged from the waitlist.
Applicants are placed on the waiting list by the date and time their application is received, based on preferences. Preferences for the Section 8 waiting list were not confirmed as of February 23, 2026.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 28, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Pottawatomie 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 | $812 |
| 1 Bedroom | $817 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,009 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,347 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,712 |
Income Limits - Pottawatomie County, KS
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $16,250
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,100
- Low (80%)
- $43,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $18,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,000
- Low (80%)
- $49,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,850
- Low (80%)
- $55,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,700
- Low (80%)
- $61,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,800
- Low (80%)
- $66,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,900
- Low (80%)
- $71,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,000
- Low (80%)
- $76,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $51,100
- Low (80%)
- $81,750
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $16,250 | $27,100 | $43,350 |
| 2 Persons | $18,600 | $31,000 | $49,550 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $34,850 | $55,750 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $38,700 | $61,900 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $41,800 | $66,900 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $44,900 | $71,850 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $48,000 | $76,800 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $51,100 | $81,750 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Wamego, KS?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Pottawatomie County, KS is: $812 (Studio), $817 (1BR), $1009 (2BR), $1347 (3BR), $1712 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Wamego Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Wamego Housing Authority have?+
Wamego Housing Authority has a total of 32 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Pottawatomie County, KS?+
For a 4-person household in Pottawatomie County, KS, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $38,700, Low Income (80% AMI): $61,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Wamego Housing Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.
How do I apply for housing at Wamego Housing Authority?+
Wamego Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7854567675, 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.
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