How many low income apartments are in Emporia, KS?

HUD administrative data tracks 10 subsidized properties in Emporia with approximately 553 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Emporia?

Tenant-paid rents in Emporia's assisted buildings typically range from about $341 to $414 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Emporia?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Emporia?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Lyon County: about $668/mo for one-bedroom and $877/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Emporia, KS

There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Emporia with roughly 553 assisted units — including 10 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $341 to $414 per month.

assisted properties

553

subsidized units

$378

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Emporia

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Emporia

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Horizon Plaza PB Section 8	100	$414	—
Westwood Village LIHTCPB Section 8	76	—	—
Eastgate Plaza Inc PB Section 8	71	$366	—
Chapel Ridge Apts of Emporia LIHTCPB Section 8	64	—	—
Broadview Towers PB Section 8	60	$357	—
Kenyon Heights LIHTCPB Section 8	46	—	—
Wyndam Place Senior Residences LIHTCPB Section 8	42	—	—
Whittier Place LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Stanton Heights PB Section 8	34	$341	—
Whittier Place Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Emporia (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Horizon Plaza PB Section 8	100	$414	—
Westwood Village LIHTCPB Section 8	76	—	—
Eastgate Plaza Inc PB Section 8	71	$366	—
Chapel Ridge Apts of Emporia LIHTCPB Section 8	64	—	—
Broadview Towers PB Section 8	60	$357	—
Kenyon Heights LIHTCPB Section 8	46	—	—
Wyndam Place Senior Residences LIHTCPB Section 8	42	—	—
Whittier Place LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Stanton Heights PB Section 8	34	$341	—
Whittier Place Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Lyon County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Lyon County: studio $624, 1-BR $668, 2-BR $877, 3-BR $1,142, 4-BR $1,381.

Full FMR table for Lyon County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Emporia

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.