Program: Combined · Public housing units: 688 · Section 8 vouchers: 65 · Households served: 700 · Occupancy: 93% · ZIP codes served: 19
The Housing Authority of the County of Franklin operates 688 public housing units and administers 65 Section 8 vouchers, serving a total of 700 households. With an occupancy rate of 93%, the authority runs a combined program, providing both rental assistance and affordable housing options to residents in West Frankfort, Illinois.
The Housing Authority of the County of Franklin ranks 61st in the state of Illinois in terms of the number of Section 8 vouchers administered, out of 66 authorities. While it is not the largest in the state, it plays a significant role in providing housing assistance to the community. The authority's voucher count is modest but impactful, ensuring that a substantial number of families receive the support they need.
The two-bedroom Fair Market Rent (FMR) in the area ranges from $920 to $1230, with an average of $975. This is below the state average of $1272. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is found in ZIP code 62890 at $1230, while the lowest is in ZIP code 62859 at $920.
| ZIP | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | 4BR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62812 | $650 | $710 | $930 | $1,230 | $1,320 |
| 62819 | $780 | $860 | $1,120 | $1,480 | $1,580 |
| 62822 | $650 | $710 | $930 | $1,230 | $1,320 |
| 62825 | $660 | $720 | $940 | $1,240 | $1,340 |
| 62836 | $700 | $720 | $940 | $1,230 | $1,320 |
| 62856 | $700 | $760 | $1,000 | $1,320 | $1,400 |
| 62859 | $650 | $800 | $930 | $1,290 | $1,340 |
| 62860 | $690 | $800 | $990 | $1,340 | $1,410 |
| 62865 | $670 | $730 | $960 | $1,260 | $1,360 |
| 62874 | $650 | $710 | $930 | $1,230 | $1,320 |
| 62883 | $700 | $750 | $960 | $1,190 | $1,410 |
| 62884 | $650 | $710 | $930 | $1,230 | $1,320 |
| 62890 | $850 | $940 | $1,220 | $1,610 | $1,700 |
| 62891 | $860 | $940 | $1,230 | $1,620 | $1,740 |
| 62896 | $680 | $720 | $940 | $1,240 | $1,310 |
| 62897 | $840 | $920 | $1,200 | $1,580 | $1,700 |
| 62932 | $650 | $760 | $930 | $1,210 | $1,250 |
| 62983 | $670 | $730 | $960 | $1,260 | $1,360 |
| 62999 | $660 | $730 | $950 | $1,250 | $1,340 |
Source: US HUD Public Housing Authority data; Fair Market Rent FY2027. This is an independent reference page, not the authority's own site.
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