About This Property
Emerson Housing Authority operates 20 public housing units in Emerson, Nebraska, located in Dakota County. The property currently has closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 assistance programs. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
Applicants are placed on the waiting list by the date and time the application is received, and there are no stated preferences; declining two invitations to apply will result in the application being purged.
The Voucher Programs department is accepting pre-applications; declining two invitations to apply will result in the application being purged from the waitlist.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 19, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Dakota County, NE
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $685 |
| 1 Bedroom | $780 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,010 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,228 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,345 |
Income Limits - Dakota County, NE
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $15,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,700
- Low (80%)
- $41,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,350
- Low (80%)
- $46,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,000
- Low (80%)
- $52,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,650
- Low (80%)
- $58,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,600
- Low (80%)
- $63,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,550
- Low (80%)
- $68,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,450
- Low (80%)
- $72,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,400
- Low (80%)
- $77,450
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $15,400 | $25,700 | $41,100 |
| 2 Persons | $17,600 | $29,350 | $46,950 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $33,000 | $52,800 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $36,650 | $58,650 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $39,600 | $63,350 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $42,550 | $68,050 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $45,450 | $72,750 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $48,400 | $77,450 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Emerson, NE?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Dakota County, NE is: $685 (Studio), $780 (1BR), $1010 (2BR), $1228 (3BR), $1345 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Emerson Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Emerson Housing Authority have?+
Emerson Housing Authority has a total of 20 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Dakota County, NE?+
For a 4-person household in Dakota County, NE, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $36,650, Low Income (80% AMI): $58,650. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Emerson Housing Authority?+
Emerson Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 4026952557, 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 Emerson 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.
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