Des Moines County Housing Authority Directory

Des Moines County, Iowa has 2 housing authorities managing 592 Section 8 vouchers. 2 currently have open waiting lists.

Des Moines County's housing market leans rural and suburban, where rising utility costs and limited availability of well-maintained units create affordability challenges. Low-wage workers, seniors on fixed incomes, and families experiencing job instability are most likely to require rental assistance to navigate these pressures.

Find contact information and office details for housing authorities in this county.

Section 8 Payment Standards: Des Moines County

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents: the maximum a voucher covers per month:

Studio
$733
per month
1 Bedroom
$810
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,063
per month
3 Bedroom
$1,369
per month
4 Bedroom
$1,426
per month

Source: HUD Fair Market Rents 2026 · huduser.gov

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