
About This Property
Pennington County Housing and Redevelopment Commission operates 1,942 units of public housing in Rapid City, SD. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance and housing options for eligible residents in Pennington County.
Waitlist Information
Applications can be completed online. Once the application process is complete, you will be placed on the Waiting List. Income guidelines are provided.
Individuals can view estimated wait times by clicking a provided link. Income limits are provided for Pennington County, City of Martin, and Fall River County, effective 04/01/2025.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Pennington County, SD
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $788 |
| 1 Bedroom | $886 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,163 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,592 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,781 |
Income Limits - Pennington County, SD
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $16,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,750
- Low (80%)
- $42,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $18,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,550
- Low (80%)
- $48,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,350
- Low (80%)
- $54,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,150
- Low (80%)
- $61,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,250
- Low (80%)
- $65,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,300
- Low (80%)
- $70,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,350
- Low (80%)
- $75,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $50,400
- Low (80%)
- $80,600
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $16,050 | $26,750 | $42,750 |
| 2 Persons | $18,350 | $30,550 | $48,850 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $34,350 | $54,950 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $38,150 | $61,050 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $41,250 | $65,950 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $44,300 | $70,850 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $47,350 | $75,750 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $50,400 | $80,600 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Rapid City, SD?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Pennington County, SD is: $788 (Studio), $886 (1BR), $1163 (2BR), $1592 (3BR), $1781 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Pennington County Housing and Redevelopment Commission is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Pennington County Housing and Redevelopment Commission have?+
Pennington County Housing and Redevelopment Commission has a total of 1942 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Pennington County Housing and Redevelopment Commission?+
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 Pennington County Housing and Redevelopment Commission?+
Pennington County Housing and Redevelopment Commission is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6053945350, 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 Pennington County, SD?+
For a 4-person household in Pennington County, SD, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $38,150, Low Income (80% AMI): $61,050. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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