Housing authoritiesKSCrawford County
Crawford County
Crawford County is based in Girard, Crawford County, KS and administers 492 Section 8 vouchers.
HUD PHA code KS161. Program type: Section 8. Households served: 233. Occupancy: 47%. ZIP codes served: 15.
Payment standards
The maximum subsidy this authority uses for Housing Choice Vouchers, effective 2026-01-01.
| Area | Studio | 1 bedroom | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allen | 96.66% of FMR | 102.48% of FMR | 109.24% of FMR | 98.36% of FMR | 102.82% of FMR |
| Bourbon | 101.4% of FMR | 106.87% of FMR | 101.92% of FMR | 102.41% of FMR | 100.52% of FMR |
| Chautauqua | 101.87% of FMR | 104.34% of FMR | 104.22% of FMR | 109.03% of FMR | 104.39% of FMR |
| Cherokee | 104.22% of FMR | 109.28% of FMR | 109.24% of FMR | 109.42% of FMR | 109.39% of FMR |
| Crawford | 109.97% of FMR | 109.9% of FMR | 109.99% of FMR | 109.98% of FMR | 104.96% of FMR |
| Elk | 101.87% of FMR | 109.88% of FMR | 104.22% of FMR | 103.62% of FMR | 102.82% of FMR |
| Labette | 103.47% of FMR | 109.28% of FMR | 109.24% of FMR | 109.79% of FMR | 103.72% of FMR |
| Linn - 66014 | 100.98% of FMR | 102.22% of FMR | 109.9% of FMR | 103.7% of FMR | 102.84% of FMR |
| Linn - 66026 | 90% of FMR | 92% of FMR | 101.93% of FMR | 94.59% of FMR | 94.66% of FMR |
| Linn - 66040 | 92% of FMR | 93.88% of FMR | 104.68% of FMR | 96.55% of FMR | 96.86% of FMR |
| Linn - 66072 | 98.99% of FMR | 99.91% of FMR | 99.43% of FMR | 99.5% of FMR | 99.95% of FMR |
| Linn - 66754 | 94.09% of FMR | 93.88% of FMR | 90.78% of FMR | 91.5% of FMR | 90.05% of FMR |
Source: authority's payment standard schedule. Checked against HUD Fair Market Rent for these ZIP codes.
Utility allowances
Monthly allowances for tenant-paid utilities (Multi Family), effective 2026-01-01. Rent plus these must fit under the payment standard.
| Utility | Studio | 1 bedroom | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating (Natural Gas) | $10 | $12 | $14 | $16 | $21 |
| Heating (Bottled Gas) | $26 | $33 | $43 | $55 | $66 |
| Heating (Electric) | $18 | $24 | $30 | $36 | $44 |
| Cooking (Natural Gas) | $5 | $5 | $5 | $6 | $6 |
| Cooking (Bottled Gas) | $4 | $7 | $7 | $10 | $12 |
| Cooking (Electric) | $8 | $9 | $10 | $10 | $11 |
| Other Electric | $12 | $14 | $16 | $20 | $24 |
| Air Conditioning | $8 | $9 | $10 | $10 | $11 |
| Water Heating (Natural Gas) | $6 | $7 | $8 | $8 | $11 |
| Water Heating (Bottled Gas) | $14 | $17 | $24 | $29 | $33 |
| Water Heating (Electric) | $12 | $14 | $16 | $20 | $26 |
| Water | $13 | $13 | $18 | $18 | $22 |
| Sewer | $7 | $9 | $9 | $10 | $13 |
| Trash Collection | $13 | $13 | $13 | $13 | $13 |
| Range/Microwave | $8 | $8 | $8 | $8 | $8 |
| Refrigerator | $9 | $9 | $9 | $9 | $9 |
Waiting lists
| Program | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) | 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 Crawford County
- SEK-CAP Offices and Centers will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026 in observance of Labor Day.All SEK-CAP offices and centers will be closed on September 7, 2026, in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
- Construction Project – Request for ProposalsSEK-CAP is seeking proposals from contractors to build three affordable, energy-efficient single-family homes in Girard, Kansas.
- Vehicle AuctionSEK-CAP is selling vehicles through an online auction platform called Purple Wave.
- Notice of Public Hearing Proposed Administration PlanThere will be a public hearing to discuss the proposed changes to the Administration Plan.
- HousingSEK-CAP offers 52 affordable housing units including apartments, homes, and duplexes throughout Southeast Kansas for qualified applicants.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66701 | $700 | $760 | $1,000 | $1,190 | $1,500 |
| 66711 | $740 | $760 | $1,000 | $1,340 | $1,630 |
| 66712 | $730 | $730 | $960 | $1,330 | $1,610 |
| 66724 | $730 | $730 | $960 | $1,330 | $1,580 |
| 66734 | $730 | $750 | $980 | $1,310 | $1,600 |
| 66735 | $860 | $860 | $1,130 | $1,560 | $1,890 |
| 66743 | $740 | $740 | $970 | $1,340 | $1,620 |
| 66746 | $700 | $750 | $990 | $1,200 | $1,500 |
| 66753 | $730 | $730 | $960 | $1,310 | $1,520 |
| 66756 | $730 | $730 | $960 | $1,330 | $1,610 |
| 66760 | $840 | $850 | $1,100 | $1,510 | $1,760 |
| 66762 | $780 | $790 | $1,030 | $1,430 | $1,720 |
| 66763 | $740 | $750 | $980 | $1,360 | $1,640 |
| 66780 | $760 | $770 | $960 | $1,310 | $1,460 |
| 66781 | $960 | $970 | $1,270 | $1,660 | $1,670 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
Crawford County
401 N Sinnett St, Girard, KS 66743
Phone: (620) 724-8204
Email updates
About Crawford County
Overview
Crawford County Housing Authority operates as a voucher-only agency, administering 492 Section 8 vouchers. These vouchers support 233 households, with an occupancy rate of 47%. The authority does not manage any public housing units, focusing solely on providing rental assistance to eligible families.
Scale and standing
Crawford County Housing Authority ranks first among the four authorities serving the same ZIP codes in the area. It holds the 10th position in the state by voucher count, out of 23 authorities that offer Section 8 vouchers. Peer authorities in the region include the Pittsburg Housing Authority, which administers 449 vouchers, and the Girard and Frontenac Housing Authorities, which do not offer vouchers.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The two-bedroom Fair Market Rent (FMR) in Crawford County ranges from $880 to $1,120, with an average of $926. This is slightly below the state average of $987. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is found in ZIP code 66781 at $1,120, while the lowest is in ZIP code 66753 at $880.
Cities served
Section 8 Fair Market Rent by city in this authority's jurisdiction.
Other housing authorities serving these ZIP codes
Multiple authorities administer vouchers across the same area.
- Pittsburg Housing AuthorityPittsburg, KS, 449 vouchers
- Girard Housing AuthorityGirard, KS
- Frontenac Housing AuthorityFrontenac, KS
Source: US HUD Public Housing Authority data; Fair Market Rent FY2027. This is an independent reference page, not the authority's own site.