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Mobile Housing Authority

Name: Mobile Housing Authority
Address: 151 S Claiborne St, Mobile, AL, 36602, US
Telephone: 2514342212

151 S Claiborne St, Mobile, AL, 36602

Information verified November 7, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 10 hr ago

About This Property

Mobile Housing Authority operates 7,063 public housing units across Mobile County, Alabama. The authority currently maintains a closed waitlist for public housing while accepting applications for its Section 8 program. This housing authority provides rental assistance options for eligible low-income households in the Mobile area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Local preferences are applied; eligibility requires a head of household aged 19+ (or emancipated minor) and satisfactory criminal/landlord history. A minimum age of 62 is required for senior housing units.

Last verified August 19, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

When open, the waitlist was limited to 1,200 applicants, with local preferences including homelessness, and age (head of household 19+ or emancipated minor). Eligibility also requires income within HUD limits and satisfactory criminal/landlord history.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated November 7, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

7063

Fair Market Rent - Mobile County, AL

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$810
1 Bedroom	$890
2 Bedroom	$1,094
3 Bedroom	$1,448
4 Bedroom	$1,484

Income Limits - Mobile County, AL

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $20,450
Low (80%): $32,700

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $23,400
Low (80%): $37,400

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $26,300
Low (80%): $42,050

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $29,200
Low (80%): $46,700

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $31,550
Low (80%): $50,450

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $33,900
Very Low (50%): $33,900
Low (80%): $54,200

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,250
Very Low (50%): $36,250
Low (80%): $57,950

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $38,550
Very Low (50%): $38,550
Low (80%): $61,650

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$20,450	$32,700
2 Persons	$17,420	$23,400	$37,400
3 Persons	$21,960	$26,300	$42,050
4 Persons	$26,500	$29,200	$46,700
5 Persons	$31,040	$31,550	$50,450
6 Persons	$33,900	$33,900	$54,200
7 Persons	$36,250	$36,250	$57,950
8 Persons	$38,550	$38,550	$61,650

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Mobile, AL?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Mobile County, AL is: $810 (Studio), $890 (1BR), $1094 (2BR), $1448 (3BR), $1484 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Mobile Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Mobile Housing Authority have?+

Mobile Housing Authority has a total of 7063 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Mobile County, AL?+

For a 4-person household in Mobile County, AL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $29,200, Low Income (80% AMI): $46,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Mobile Housing Authority?+

Mobile Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 2514342212, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

Is there a waitlist for Mobile Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

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