
About This Property
Yankton Housing & Redevelopment Commission operates 160 public housing units in Yankton, South Dakota. The housing authority currently has closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 assistance programs. Interested applicants can contact the authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
The waitlist is approximately 12 months long, with priority given to applicants who are living in substandard housing/homeless, paying over 50% of income for rent, gainfully employed, victims of domestic violence, or head of household disabled/handicapped. Applicants must meet the 30% area median income target, and applications are processed by submission date with preferences applied.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Yankton 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 | $613 |
| 1 Bedroom | $734 |
| 2 Bedroom | $905 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,275 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,536 |
Income Limits - Yankton County, SD
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $15,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,200
- Low (80%)
- $40,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,800
- Low (80%)
- $46,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,400
- Low (80%)
- $51,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,000
- Low (80%)
- $57,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,900
- Low (80%)
- $62,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,800
- Low (80%)
- $66,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,650
- Low (80%)
- $71,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,550
- Low (80%)
- $76,050
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $15,150 | $25,200 | $40,350 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $28,800 | $46,100 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $32,400 | $51,850 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $36,000 | $57,600 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $38,900 | $62,250 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $41,800 | $66,850 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $44,650 | $71,450 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $47,550 | $76,050 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Yankton, SD?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Yankton County, SD is: $613 (Studio), $734 (1BR), $905 (2BR), $1275 (3BR), $1536 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Yankton Housing & Redevelopment Commission is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Yankton Housing & Redevelopment Commission have?+
Yankton Housing & Redevelopment Commission has a total of 160 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Yankton Housing & Redevelopment Commission?+
Yankton Housing & Redevelopment Commission is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6056685256, 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 Yankton County, SD?+
For a 4-person household in Yankton County, SD, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $36,000, Low Income (80% AMI): $57,600. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Yankton Housing & Redevelopment Commission?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. 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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