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Mason City Housing Authority

Name: Mason City Housing Authority
Address: 103 E State St Ste 506, Mason City, IA, 50401, US
Telephone: 6414212711

103 E State St Ste 506, Mason City, IA, 50401

Information verified June 9, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 23 hr ago

About This Property

Mason City Housing Authority operates 494 units of public housing in Mason City, Iowa, serving Cerro Gordo County residents. The housing authority currently maintains closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 assistance programs. Interested applicants can contact the authority directly to inquire about future availability and eligibility requirements.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

Pre-applications are accepted. Priority is given to applicants displaced from a Mason City home due to a government project, or who are permanent residents or employed in Mason City; Homeless Veterans are also assisted. At least 75% of new admissions must have incomes at or below 30% of the area median income. Declining two invitations will result in the application being purged from the waitlist.

Last verified March 21, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Priority is given to applicants displaced from a Mason City home due to a government project, or who are permanent residents or employed in Mason City; Homeless Veterans are also assisted. At least 75% of new admissions must have incomes at or below 30% of the area median income. The wait for applicants with a preference is 4-6 months; without a preference, it is several years.

Last verified June 5, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

494

Fair Market Rent - Cerro Gordo County, IA

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$649
1 Bedroom	$677
2 Bedroom	$889
3 Bedroom	$1,145
4 Bedroom	$1,323

Income Limits - Cerro Gordo County, IA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $15,500
Very Low (50%): $25,800
Low (80%): $41,300

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,700
Very Low (50%): $29,500
Low (80%): $47,200

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $33,200
Low (80%): $53,100

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $36,850
Low (80%): $58,950

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $39,800
Low (80%): $63,700

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $42,750
Low (80%): $68,400

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $45,700
Low (80%): $73,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $48,650
Low (80%): $77,850

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$15,500	$25,800	$41,300
2 Persons	$17,700	$29,500	$47,200
3 Persons	$21,960	$33,200	$53,100
4 Persons	$26,500	$36,850	$58,950
5 Persons	$31,040	$39,800	$63,700
6 Persons	$35,580	$42,750	$68,400
7 Persons	$40,120	$45,700	$73,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$48,650	$77,850

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Mason City, IA?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Cerro Gordo County, IA is: $649 (Studio), $677 (1BR), $889 (2BR), $1145 (3BR), $1323 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Mason City Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Mason City Housing Authority have?+

Mason City Housing Authority has a total of 494 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Mason City Housing Authority?+

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.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Cerro Gordo County, IA?+

For a 4-person household in Cerro Gordo County, IA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $36,850, Low Income (80% AMI): $58,950. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Mason City Housing Authority?+

Mason City Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6414212711, 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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