Housing authoritiesARHousing Authority of the City of Benton, AR
Housing Authority of the City of Benton, AR
Housing Authority of the City of Benton, AR is based in Benton, Saline County, AR and administers 807 Section 8 vouchers and 102 public housing units.
HUD PHA code AR175. Program type: Combined. Households served: 592. Occupancy: 65%. ZIP codes served: 14.
Payment standards
The maximum subsidy this authority uses for Housing Choice Vouchers, effective 2026-01-01 (Grant County).
| Bedrooms | Payment standard |
|---|---|
| Studio | $795 |
| 1 bedroom | $800 |
| 2 bedroom | $968 |
| 3 bedroom | $1,226 |
| 4 bedroom | $1,539 |
| 5 bedroom | $1,770 |
Source: authority's payment standard schedule. Checked against HUD Fair Market Rent for these ZIP codes.
Waiting lists
| Program | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) | Closed | Authority's page |
| Project-based vouchers | Closed | Authority's page |
| Public housing | Closed | Authority's page |
As published on the authority's website when we last checked it. Confirm with the authority before applying.
Latest from Housing Authority of the City of Benton, AR
- 10/25/2026 - Daylight Savings Time Ends (Sunday, November 1, 2026)Daylight Savings Time will end on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
- 10/24/2026 - Halloween Safety Tips (Saturday, October 31, 2026)The Housing Authority of Benton, AR is sharing Halloween safety tips for October 31, 2026.
- SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTYThe Benton Housing Authority is announcing the sale of its surplus property.
- 10/2/2026 - SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTYThe Housing Authority of Benton, AR is announcing a sale of surplus property scheduled for October 2, 2026.
- 8/31/2026 - Celebrating Labor Day! (Monday, September 7, 2026)The Housing Authority of the City of Benton will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 in observance of Labor Day.
Fair Market Rent by ZIP code (FY2027)
HUD Fair Market Rent for each ZIP code this authority serves. Each ZIP code links to its own rent page.
| ZIP code | Studio | 1 bedroom | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71909 | $1,040 | $1,050 | $1,300 | $1,690 | $1,950 |
| 72002 | $960 | $970 | $1,120 | $1,500 | $1,810 |
| 72011 | $890 | $900 | $1,040 | $1,390 | $1,640 |
| 72015 | $960 | $960 | $1,110 | $1,490 | $1,790 |
| 72019 | $920 | $930 | $1,070 | $1,440 | $1,730 |
| 72022 | $930 | $930 | $1,080 | $1,450 | $1,740 |
| 72065 | $950 | $950 | $1,100 | $1,480 | $1,780 |
| 72087 | $890 | $900 | $1,040 | $1,390 | $1,640 |
| 72103 | $970 | $980 | $1,130 | $1,520 | $1,820 |
| 72104 | $890 | $900 | $1,040 | $1,390 | $1,640 |
| 72122 | $950 | $960 | $1,110 | $1,490 | $1,790 |
| 72167 | $890 | $900 | $1,040 | $1,390 | $1,640 |
| 72206 | $890 | $900 | $1,040 | $1,390 | $1,640 |
| 72210 | $900 | $910 | $1,050 | $1,410 | $1,700 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
Housing Authority of the City of Benton, AR
1200 W Pine, Benton, AR 72015
Phone: (501) 778-7302
Official website: bentonpha.org
Email updates
About Housing Authority of the City of Benton, AR
Overview
The Housing Authority of the City of Benton, AR operates 102 public housing units and administers 807 Section 8 vouchers, serving a total of 592 households. With an occupancy rate of 65%, the authority runs a combined program, offering both public housing and voucher assistance to residents in need.
Scale and standing
Among the 55 housing authorities in Arkansas, the Housing Authority of the City of Benton, AR ranks 10th in the number of Section 8 vouchers it administers. This places it in a significant position within the state, providing substantial support to local families. The authority's voucher count is notably higher than many other agencies, reflecting its commitment to housing assistance in Saline County.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The two-bedroom Fair Market Rent (FMR) in the area ranges from $930 to $1350, with an average of $1085. This is higher than the state average of $983. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is found in ZIP code 71909 at $1350, while the lowest is in ZIP code 72167 at $930.
Cities served
Section 8 Fair Market Rent by city in this authority's jurisdiction.
Source: US HUD Public Housing Authority data; Fair Market Rent FY2027. This is an independent reference page, not the authority's own site.