About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Newport operates 258 public housing units in Newport, Arkansas. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. This housing authority provides rental assistance options to eligible residents in Jackson County.
Waitlist Information
The Public Housing Program waiting lists officially closed at midnight on June 15, 2023. Preferences include Elderly, Live, Work, or Attend School Locally, Working/Employed, Disabled, and Current PHA Residents; applications may be purged if two invitations are declined.
The Voucher Programs department is accepting pre-applications. Eligibility is based on income, family size, and other factors; applications may be purged from the waitlist if two invitations are declined.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 25, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Jackson County, AR
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $604 |
| 1 Bedroom | $620 |
| 2 Bedroom | $814 |
| 3 Bedroom | $984 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,148 |
Income Limits - Jackson County, AR
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $18,950
- Low (80%)
- $30,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $21,650
- Low (80%)
- $34,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,350
- Low (80%)
- $39,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,050
- Low (80%)
- $43,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $29,250
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,250
- Low (80%)
- $46,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,400
- Low (80%)
- $50,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $33,550
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,550
- Low (80%)
- $53,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,750
- Low (80%)
- $57,200
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $18,950 | $30,350 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $21,650 | $34,650 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $24,350 | $39,000 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $27,050 | $43,300 |
| 5 Persons | $29,250 | $29,250 | $46,800 |
| 6 Persons | $31,400 | $31,400 | $50,250 |
| 7 Persons | $33,550 | $33,550 | $53,700 |
| 8 Persons | $35,750 | $35,750 | $57,200 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Newport, AR?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Jackson County, AR is: $604 (Studio), $620 (1BR), $814 (2BR), $984 (3BR), $1148 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Newport is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Newport have?+
Housing Authority of the City of Newport has a total of 258 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Newport?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Newport?+
Housing Authority of the City of Newport is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8705232195, 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Jackson County, AR?+
For a 4-person household in Jackson County, AR, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $27,050, Low Income (80% AMI): $43,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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