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Housing Authority of Benton
Housing Authority of Benton is based in Benton, Marshall County, KY and administers 70 public housing units.
HUD PHA code KY091. Program type: Low-Rent. Households served: 67. Occupancy: 97%. ZIP codes served: 8.
Waiting lists
Not published. We have not found a waiting list status on this authority's website. Contact the authority to ask whether its lists are open.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42025 | $710 | $830 | $990 | $1,270 | $1,310 |
| 42029 | $720 | $910 | $1,010 | $1,390 | $1,600 |
| 42036 | $850 | $890 | $1,160 | $1,380 | $1,520 |
| 42044 | $650 | $820 | $910 | $1,250 | $1,270 |
| 42048 | $710 | $830 | $990 | $1,280 | $1,310 |
| 42054 | $1,060 | $1,140 | $1,450 | $1,780 | $1,930 |
| 42066 | $710 | $760 | $990 | $1,220 | $1,310 |
| 42082 | $690 | $820 | $970 | $1,260 | $1,600 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
Housing Authority of Benton
101 Walnut Ct, Benton, KY 42025
Phone: (270) 527-3626
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About Housing Authority of Benton
Overview
The Housing Authority of Benton operates 70 public housing units and does not administer any Section 8 vouchers. It serves 67 households with an occupancy rate of 97%. The authority's program type is Low-Rent, providing affordable housing options within Marshall County, Kentucky.
Scale and standing
The Housing Authority of Benton manages 70 public housing units, making it a significant provider of affordable housing in Marshall County. While it does not administer Section 8 vouchers, its 67 households served reflect a strong commitment to local housing needs. The authority's occupancy rate of 97% underscores its effective management and community impact.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom unit in the area ranges from $870 to $1,470, with an average of $1,010. This is slightly below the state average of $1,014. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom is in ZIP code 42054 at $1,470, while the lowest is in ZIP code 42044 at $870.
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.