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Housing Authority of the City of Pocahontas

Name: Housing Authority of the City of Pocahontas
Address: Pocahontas, AR, 72455, US
Telephone: 8708929278

Pocahontas, AR, 72455

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 10 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of Pocahontas provides public housing and Section 8 rental assistance to eligible residents in Pocahontas, AR. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open for applications. The authority serves Randolph County and works to provide affordable housing options to qualifying households.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Online

Patrick Manor (62 and older only) is open. Riverside is closed. Manor Place is open. Applications require proof of income, social security cards, birth certificates for under 18, driver's license for adults, proof of childcare expenses, school schedules for full-time students, proof of grants/loans/scholarships, and medical documentation for elderly/disabled applicants. Two personal references and one landlord reference are required.

Last verified February 21, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Opened March 7, 2026

Apply: Online

Families with children, elderly applicants, disabled individuals, veterans, working families, or local residents may receive priority placement on the waiting list.

Last verified March 7, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Fair Market Rent - Randolph 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	$725
2 Bedroom	$814
3 Bedroom	$1,147
4 Bedroom	$1,381

Income Limits - Randolph County, AR

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $18,950
Low (80%): $30,350

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $21,650
Low (80%): $34,650

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $24,350
Low (80%): $39,000

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $27,050
Low (80%): $43,300

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,250
Very Low (50%): $29,250
Low (80%): $46,800

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,400
Very Low (50%): $31,400
Low (80%): $50,250

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $33,550
Very Low (50%): $33,550
Low (80%): $53,700

8 Persons

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 Pocahontas, AR?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Randolph County, AR is: $604 (Studio), $725 (1BR), $814 (2BR), $1147 (3BR), $1381 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Pocahontas is typically 30% of household income or less.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Randolph County, AR?+

For a 4-person household in Randolph 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.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Pocahontas?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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 Pocahontas?+

Housing Authority of the City of Pocahontas is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8708929278, 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.

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