
About This Property
Barron County Housing Authority operates 233 units of public housing in Barron, Wisconsin. The public housing waitlist is currently closed, and the Section 8 waitlist is also closed. Interested applicants should contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
This program includes 1-bedroom elderly/disabled apartments and 3-bedroom family duplexes across various locations in Barron County. Preferences are given for elderly (62+), disabled, veterans, or those with qualifying minor or adult dependents for certain properties, with some properties exclusively for elderly (62+) applicants.
Applicants must be living or working in Barron County at the time of application; preferences are given to elderly (62+), disabled, veterans, or those with qualifying minor/adult dependents, and a limited number to Benjamin's House Emergency Shelter clients.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Barron County, WI
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $648 |
| 1 Bedroom | $718 |
| 2 Bedroom | $943 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,178 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,388 |
Income Limits - Barron County, WI
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $15,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,150
- Low (80%)
- $40,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,750
- Low (80%)
- $46,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,350
- Low (80%)
- $51,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,900
- Low (80%)
- $57,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,800
- Low (80%)
- $62,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,650
- Low (80%)
- $66,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,550
- Low (80%)
- $71,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,400
- Low (80%)
- $75,850
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $15,100 | $25,150 | $40,250 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $28,750 | $46,000 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $32,350 | $51,750 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $35,900 | $57,450 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $38,800 | $62,050 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $41,650 | $66,650 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $44,550 | $71,250 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $47,400 | $75,850 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Barron, WI?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Barron County, WI is: $648 (Studio), $718 (1BR), $943 (2BR), $1178 (3BR), $1388 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Barron County Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Barron County Housing Authority have?+
Barron County Housing Authority has a total of 233 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Barron County Housing Authority?+
Barron County Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7155375344, 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 Barron County, WI?+
For a 4-person household in Barron County, WI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $35,900, Low Income (80% AMI): $57,450. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Barron County 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.
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