About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Atkins provides 26 units of public housing in Atkins, Arkansas, serving Pope County residents. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. This housing authority property offers affordable rental options in the community.
Waitlist Information
Income must not exceed 50% of the median; eligibility depends on annual gross income, age or disability, US citizenship/eligible immigration, no eviction from public/Section 8 housing in past three years, no outstanding felony drug convictions, and not a registered sex offender. Families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals may receive priority.
Eligibility is based on annual gross income, household size, disability, elderly status, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status; income must be below 80% of the area median income. Applicants must not have been evicted from public or Section 8 housing in the past three years, have no outstanding felony drug convictions, and not be a registered sex offender.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Pope 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 | $581 |
| 1 Bedroom | $663 |
| 2 Bedroom | $857 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,208 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,225 |
Income Limits - Pope 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Atkins, AR?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Pope County, AR is: $581 (Studio), $663 (1BR), $857 (2BR), $1208 (3BR), $1225 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Atkins is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Atkins have?+
Housing Authority of the City of Atkins has a total of 26 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Atkins?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Atkins?+
Housing Authority of the City of Atkins is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 4796412268, 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 Pope County, AR?+
For a 4-person household in Pope 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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