About This Property
Dane County Housing Authority operates 1,454 units of public housing in Monona, Wisconsin. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. This housing authority provides rental assistance and public housing options for eligible residents in Dane County.
Waitlist Information
The waiting list is currently closed with no notice of when it will reopen. When open, applications could be picked up at the DCHA office or requested by mail. Applicants were assigned a place on the waitlist based on preferences and the date/time a completed pre-application was received.
Section 8 waiting list is currently closed with no estimated reopening date. Applicants placed on the list in August 2023 can log in to the Applicant Portal to check status or make changes.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Dane 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 | $1,004 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,182 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,372 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,808 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,986 |
Income Limits - Dane County, WI
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,100
- Low (80%)
- $55,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,250
- Low (80%)
- $63,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $27,900
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,400
- Low (80%)
- $71,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $30,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $51,550
- Low (80%)
- $79,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $33,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,700
- Low (80%)
- $86,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $59,800
- Low (80%)
- $92,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $63,950
- Low (80%)
- $99,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $68,050
- Low (80%)
- $105,500
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $21,700 | $36,100 | $55,950 |
| 2 Persons | $24,800 | $41,250 | $63,950 |
| 3 Persons | $27,900 | $46,400 | $71,950 |
| 4 Persons | $30,950 | $51,550 | $79,900 |
| 5 Persons | $33,450 | $55,700 | $86,300 |
| 6 Persons | $35,950 | $59,800 | $92,700 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $63,950 | $99,100 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $68,050 | $105,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Monona, WI?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Dane County, WI is: $1004 (Studio), $1182 (1BR), $1372 (2BR), $1808 (3BR), $1986 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Dane County Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Dane County Housing Authority have?+
Dane County Housing Authority has a total of 1454 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Dane County, WI?+
For a 4-person household in Dane County, WI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $30,950, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $51,550, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Dane County Housing Authority?+
Dane County Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6082243636, 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 Dane County Housing Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. 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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