About This Property
Friend Housing Authority provides 28 units of public housing in Friend, Nebraska, serving Saline County residents. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed. The housing authority manages these affordable housing options for eligible applicants.
Waitlist Information
Preferences are given to applicants displaced by natural disaster, government action, or domestic violence, as well as those working, in job training, attending school full-time, or who are aged 62 or older or disabled; 1 to 2-bedroom units are offered. [2, 3, 8]
Priority is typically given to households with extremely low income, veterans, and households experiencing homelessness when the waitlist opens. [5]
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 19, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Saline 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 | $591 |
| 1 Bedroom | $694 |
| 2 Bedroom | $872 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,229 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,415 |
Income Limits - Saline County, NE
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $14,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,650
- Low (80%)
- $39,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,150
- Low (80%)
- $45,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,650
- Low (80%)
- $50,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,150
- Low (80%)
- $56,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,000
- Low (80%)
- $60,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,800
- Low (80%)
- $65,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,600
- Low (80%)
- $69,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,400
- Low (80%)
- $74,250
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $14,800 | $24,650 | $39,400 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $28,150 | $45,000 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $31,650 | $50,650 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $35,150 | $56,250 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $38,000 | $60,750 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $40,800 | $65,250 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $43,600 | $69,750 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $46,400 | $74,250 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Friend, NE?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Saline County, NE is: $591 (Studio), $694 (1BR), $872 (2BR), $1229 (3BR), $1415 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Friend Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Friend Housing Authority have?+
Friend Housing Authority has a total of 28 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Friend Housing Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. 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 Friend Housing Authority?+
Friend Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 4029476371, 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Saline County, NE?+
For a 4-person household in Saline County, NE, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $35,150, Low Income (80% AMI): $56,250. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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