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Montcalm County Housing Commission

Howard City, MI, 49329 · ~358 units under management

Fair Market Rent by unit size — Howard City, MI (2026)

Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency.

Who this agency serves

Montcalm County Housing Commission served 213 households across 358 units (59% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 1.8 people, an average annual income of $15,934, and pays an average of $390 per month toward rent.

Households served
213 of 358 units
Avg. household income
$15,934
Avg. rent paid by household
$390
Avg. household size
1.8 people
Households with children
29%
Head of household 62+
40%
Head of household with a disability
61%
Avg. wait to move in
33 months

Unit mix: 44% 1-bedroom, 33% 2-bedroom, 23% 3-bedroom.

Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.

Applying with this agency

Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Montcalm County Housing Commission directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.

Evaluating this market

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