Barren County Housing Authority Directory

Barren County, Kentucky has 1 housing authority managing 338 Section 8 vouchers. 1 currently has an open waiting list.

Barren County's housing market is predominantly rural, where cost-of-living pressures, particularly related to transportation and limited local job diversity, make affordable rental options essential for low-income families and seniors. The need for rental assistance is driven by the gap between stagnant wages and the rising costs of basic necessities in this largely agricultural and small-town economy.

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

Section 8 Payment Standards: Barren County

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

Studio
$657
per month
1 Bedroom
$662
per month
2 Bedroom
$868
per month
3 Bedroom
$1,102
per month
4 Bedroom
$1,280
per month

Source: HUD Fair Market Rents 2026 · huduser.gov

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