Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Chili, WI 54420
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 54420 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Chili, WI 54420. 14 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 11 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 54420
Eastwood Park II
510 E 21st St, Marshfield, WI 54449
9.1 mi away
16 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Tealwood Apartments
1907 S Vine Ave, Marshfield, WI 54449
9.1 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Laurel Gardens Apartments
620 Laurel Ct., Marshfield, WI 54449
9.2 mi away
60 units · 59 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Cedar Rail Apts & Sct Sts
601 S Cedar Ave Apt 111, Marshfield, WI 54449
9.4 mi away
209 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Marshfield Community Development Authority
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Tower Hall
112 E Second St, Marshfield, WI 54449
9.5 mi away
20 units · 17 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
John Ringstand Villa
808 E Grant St, Marshfield, WI 54449
10.4 mi away
9 units · 8 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
The Woodlands
810 E Harrison St, Marshfield, WI 54449
10.4 mi away
60 units · 58 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Woodfield Commons
1518 N Peach Ave, Marshfield, WI 54449
10.6 mi away
48 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Loyal Group Home
404 S Main St, Loyal, WI 54446
11 mi away
5 units · 1 income-restricted · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Northland Loyal Apts
503 W Elm Dr, Loyal, WI 54446
11.7 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 54420
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
Income limits (2026)
Clark County, WI area · median family income $88,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,200 | $33,600 | $53,800 |
| 2 | $23,050 | $38,400 | $61,450 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,200 | $69,150 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,000 | $76,800 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $51,850 | $82,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $55,700 | $89,100 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $59,550 | $95,250 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $63,400 | $101,400 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 54420 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $810 | $820 |
| 1 bedroom | $820 | $825 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,300 | $1,292 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,450 | $1,450 |
Wider area = Clark County, WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (54436) to $1,090 (54449).
Census figures for 54420 (2020–2024 average): median rent $663. Median household income $79,899. 19% of homes are rented.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 54420's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 54420Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Chili, WI 54420?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Chili, WI 54420, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Chili, WI 54420 have openings?
These lists for Chili, WI 54420 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Chili, WI 54420?
Use the phone number on each building card in Chili, WI 54420. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Chili, WI 54420?
In Chili, WI 54420, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 54420?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 54420 right now. 14 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 54420?
Yes — this page also lists 14 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Chili, WI 54420 (within about 11 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Chili, WI 54420?
Most income-restricted buildings in Chili, WI 54420 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $33,600, and $48,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($53,800 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Chili, WI 54420?
For many programs in Chili, WI 54420, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $33,600 a year for 1 person and $48,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $53,800 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Chili, WI 54420?
There is no single waiting list for Chili, WI 54420. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Chili, WI 54420?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Chili, WI 54420?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Chili, WI 54420, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Chili, WI 54420 is $1,010 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Chili, WI 54420?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Chili, WI 54420. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Chili, WI 54420?
This page may still list buildings in Chili, WI 54420 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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