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 waiting list is open for families and senior/disabled individuals, with preferences listed on the application; eligibility is based on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration status. Applicants are placed on the waiting list by date and time of application receipt based on preferences; declining two invitations to apply will purge the application from the waitlist. Two-bedroom units have a maximum of four people in the household. To apply, call (785) 456-7675, visit the office at 1201 Chrysler Drive, Wamego, KS 66547 to pick up a pre-application, or request one by mail.
Applicants are placed on the waiting list by the date and time their application is received, based on preferences; specific preferences for the Section 8 waiting list have not yet been confirmed. This program assists very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled. To apply, call (785) 456-7675, visit their website, or contact the property management office.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 18, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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