About This Property
Merrill Housing Authority provides public housing options in Merrill, Wisconsin, serving Lincoln County residents. The authority currently has closed waitlists for both its public housing and Section 8 programs. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
Currently accepting applications for families and senior/disabled households. Property preferences include Jenny Towers (elderly age 62+ or disabled, 1-bedroom), Park Place (age 18+ or disabled, 1-bedroom), Stonebridge (age 18+ or disabled, 1-2 bedrooms), Westgate (age 18+, 1-4 bedrooms), Duplexes (age 18+, 2-bedroom), and Ranch Home (age 18+, 3-bedroom). Applicants must inform the housing authority of changes to contact information, income, or household members, or risk termination from the waitlist.
The Voucher Programs department is accepting pre-applications. The agency aims to rent 40% of subsidized units to extremely low-income households (30% or less of area median income). Applicants who decline two invitations to apply may be purged from the waitlist.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 28, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Lincoln 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 | $664 |
| 1 Bedroom | $705 |
| 2 Bedroom | $905 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,275 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,343 |
Income Limits - Lincoln County, WI
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $15,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,650
- Low (80%)
- $41,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,300
- Low (80%)
- $46,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,950
- Low (80%)
- $52,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,600
- Low (80%)
- $58,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,550
- Low (80%)
- $63,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,500
- Low (80%)
- $67,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,400
- Low (80%)
- $72,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,350
- Low (80%)
- $77,300
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $15,400 | $25,650 | $41,000 |
| 2 Persons | $17,600 | $29,300 | $46,850 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $32,950 | $52,700 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $36,600 | $58,550 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $39,550 | $63,250 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $42,500 | $67,950 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $45,400 | $72,650 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $48,350 | $77,300 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Merrill, WI?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Lincoln County, WI is: $664 (Studio), $705 (1BR), $905 (2BR), $1275 (3BR), $1343 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Merrill Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Lincoln County, WI?+
For a 4-person household in Lincoln County, WI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $36,600, Low Income (80% AMI): $58,550. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Merrill Housing Authority?+
Merrill Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7155367386, 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 Merrill Housing Authority?+
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.
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