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Mendocino County

Name: Mendocino County
Address: 1076 N State St, Ukiah, CA, 95482, US
Telephone: 7074635462

1076 N State St, Ukiah, CA, 95482

Information verified June 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 1 hr ago

About This Property

Mendocino County provides 1,299 affordable housing units in Ukiah, California through the county housing authority. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The property offers rental assistance and affordable housing options to eligible residents in the area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

Eligibility is based on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration status.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened September 9, 2024

Closed October 2, 2024

Apply: Multiple

The waiting list was last open for Housing Choice Voucher and Mainstream Voucher programs from September 9, 2024, to October 2, 2024. Eligibility is determined by gross annual income, family size, citizenship status, and criminal history. Preferences may be given to veterans or their surviving spouses, households affected by a federal/state declared natural disaster within the last 24 months, victims of domestic violence residing in transitional housing, and those who live and/or work in Mendocino County.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1299

Fair Market Rent - Mendocino County, CA

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,119
1 Bedroom	$1,132
2 Bedroom	$1,488
3 Bedroom	$2,097
4 Bedroom	$2,525

Income Limits - Mendocino County, CA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $15,200
Very Low (50%): $25,350
Low (80%): $40,500

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $28,950
Low (80%): $46,300

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $32,550
Low (80%): $52,100

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $36,150
Low (80%): $57,850

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $39,050
Low (80%): $62,500

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $41,950
Low (80%): $67,150

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $44,850
Low (80%): $71,750

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $47,750
Low (80%): $76,400

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$15,200	$25,350	$40,500
2 Persons	$17,420	$28,950	$46,300
3 Persons	$21,960	$32,550	$52,100
4 Persons	$26,500	$36,150	$57,850
5 Persons	$31,040	$39,050	$62,500
6 Persons	$35,580	$41,950	$67,150
7 Persons	$40,120	$44,850	$71,750
8 Persons	$44,660	$47,750	$76,400

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Ukiah, CA?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Mendocino County, CA is: $1119 (Studio), $1132 (1BR), $1488 (2BR), $2097 (3BR), $2525 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Mendocino County is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Mendocino County have?+

Mendocino County has a total of 1299 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Mendocino County, CA?+

For a 4-person household in Mendocino County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $36,150, Low Income (80% AMI): $57,850. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Mendocino County?+

Mendocino County is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7074635462, 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 Mendocino County?+

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.

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