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Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro

Name: Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro
Address: 203 Hightower St, Jonesboro, GA, 30236, US
Telephone: 7704787282

203 Hightower St, Jonesboro, GA, 30236

Information verified November 12, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 18 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro operates 1,907 units of public housing in Jonesboro, GA within Clayton County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides affordable rental housing options through its public housing program.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The Public Housing waiting list is currently closed. A previous opening was announced for November 20, 2025, for two and four-bedroom units, accepting the first 20 eligible applicants for each bedroom size, with applications available online or in-person.

Last verified February 22, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Section 8 / Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed. The list last accepted online applications from April 19, 2021, to April 22, 2021, with preferences for victims of domestic violence, elderly/disabled residents of Clayton County, and those working or living in Clayton County; 2,500 applicants were selected by lottery. As of October 3, 2026, there are no current Section 8 waiting lists for Jonesboro.

Last verified August 29, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated November 12, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1907

Fair Market Rent - Clayton County, GA

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,599
1 Bedroom	$1,643
2 Bedroom	$1,844
3 Bedroom	$2,230
4 Bedroom	$2,707

Income Limits - Clayton County, GA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $18,100
Very Low (50%): $30,200
Low (80%): $48,300

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $20,700
Very Low (50%): $34,500
Low (80%): $55,200

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,300
Very Low (50%): $38,800
Low (80%): $62,100

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $43,100
Low (80%): $68,950

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $46,550
Low (80%): $74,500

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $50,000
Low (80%): $80,000

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $53,450
Low (80%): $85,500

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $56,900
Low (80%): $91,050

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$18,100	$30,200	$48,300
2 Persons	$20,700	$34,500	$55,200
3 Persons	$23,300	$38,800	$62,100
4 Persons	$26,500	$43,100	$68,950
5 Persons	$31,040	$46,550	$74,500
6 Persons	$35,580	$50,000	$80,000
7 Persons	$40,120	$53,450	$85,500
8 Persons	$44,660	$56,900	$91,050

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Jonesboro, GA?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Clayton County, GA is: $1599 (Studio), $1643 (1BR), $1844 (2BR), $2230 (3BR), $2707 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro have?+

Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro has a total of 1907 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Clayton County, GA?+

For a 4-person household in Clayton County, GA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $43,100, Low Income (80% AMI): $68,950. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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

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.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro?+

Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7704787282, 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.

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