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Housing Authority of the Town of Jonesboro

839 Harvey Pl, Jonesboro, LA, 71251

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 23 hr ago

About This Property

Housing Authority of the Town of Jonesboro provides 191 units of public housing in Jonesboro, LA. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The property operates as a housing authority serving Jackson County residents.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: In-person

Pre-applications are accepted for families and senior/disabled households, with placements based on the date and time received as the Housing Authority does not have a preference.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Closed April 1, 2023

The Section 8 Voucher waiting list closed on April 1, 2023. Applicants are placed on the waiting list according to a preference system set by the Housing Authority, and failure to report mailing address changes can lead to removal from the list.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

191

Income Limits - Jackson County, LA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $18,100
Low (80%): $28,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $20,700
Low (80%): $33,100

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $23,300
Low (80%): $37,250

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,850
Very Low (50%): $25,850
Low (80%): $41,350

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $27,950
Very Low (50%): $27,950
Low (80%): $44,700

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $30,000
Very Low (50%): $30,000
Low (80%): $48,000

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,100
Very Low (50%): $32,100
Low (80%): $51,300

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $34,150
Very Low (50%): $34,150
Low (80%): $54,600

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$18,100	$28,950
2 Persons	$17,420	$20,700	$33,100
3 Persons	$21,960	$23,300	$37,250
4 Persons	$25,850	$25,850	$41,350
5 Persons	$27,950	$27,950	$44,700
6 Persons	$30,000	$30,000	$48,000
7 Persons	$32,100	$32,100	$51,300
8 Persons	$34,150	$34,150	$54,600

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Housing Authority of the Town of Jonesboro has a total of 191 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Jackson County, LA?+

For a 4-person household in Jackson County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $25,850, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $25,850, Low Income (80% AMI): $41,350. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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

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 Town of Jonesboro?+

Housing Authority of the Town of Jonesboro is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3182593125, 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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