About This Property
Ladysmith Housing Authority operates 40 units of public housing in Ladysmith, Wisconsin, serving Rusk County residents. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The housing authority administers these affordable rental properties for eligible low-income households.
Waitlist Information
The waiting list is continuously open for families and senior/disabled households. Qualified applicants are placed by the date and time the pre-application is received; no other preferences are mentioned.
The HCV waiting list is open. No specific preferences or restrictions are mentioned in the available information.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Rusk 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 | $635 |
| 1 Bedroom | $691 |
| 2 Bedroom | $905 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,107 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,247 |
Income Limits - Rusk 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Ladysmith, WI?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Rusk County, WI is: $635 (Studio), $691 (1BR), $905 (2BR), $1107 (3BR), $1247 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Ladysmith Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Ladysmith Housing Authority have?+
Ladysmith Housing Authority has a total of 40 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Ladysmith Housing Authority?+
Ladysmith Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7155327076, 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 Rusk County, WI?+
For a 4-person household in Rusk 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 Ladysmith 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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