About This Property
Ellis County Housing Authority provides 199 units of public housing in Hill City, Kansas. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. This housing authority serves the Hill City area with affordable rental options for eligible households.
Waitlist Information
Ellis County Housing Authority accepts Public Housing pre-applications at the program level; family needs are considered for invitations to apply, and declining two invitations will purge the application from the waitlist. Eligibility is based on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration.
Eligibility includes income limits (generally below 50% of Area Median Income, with 75% for 30% AMI), family size, and citizenship status; applicants may be purged from the waitlist if two invitations are declined.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Graham County, KS
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $633 |
| 1 Bedroom | $671 |
| 2 Bedroom | $882 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,135 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,244 |
Income Limits - Graham County, KS
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $13,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $22,800
- Low (80%)
- $36,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,050
- Low (80%)
- $41,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,300
- Low (80%)
- $46,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,550
- Low (80%)
- $52,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,200
- Low (80%)
- $56,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,800
- Low (80%)
- $60,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,400
- Low (80%)
- $64,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $43,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,000
- Low (80%)
- $68,800
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $13,700 | $22,800 | $36,500 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $26,050 | $41,700 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $29,300 | $46,900 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $32,550 | $52,100 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $35,200 | $56,300 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $37,800 | $60,450 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $40,400 | $64,650 |
| 8 Persons | $43,000 | $43,000 | $68,800 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Hill City, KS?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Graham County, KS is: $633 (Studio), $671 (1BR), $882 (2BR), $1135 (3BR), $1244 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Ellis County Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Ellis County Housing Authority have?+
Ellis County Housing Authority has a total of 199 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Ellis County Housing Authority?+
Ellis County Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7854212151, 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 Graham County, KS?+
For a 4-person household in Graham County, KS, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $32,550, Low Income (80% AMI): $52,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Ellis County 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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