
About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Jennings operates 165 units of public housing in Jennings, LA. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible residents in the area.
Waitlist Information
Applications are placed on a waiting list until a suitable apartment becomes available. Eligibility requires meeting HUD income limits, criminal history guidelines, and having satisfactory landlord/credit references. For Bangle Drive, applicants must be at least 50 years of age.
Income limits apply, with preference often given to extremely low-income families (30% AMI).
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - Jefferson Davis County, LA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $19,950
- Low (80%)
- $31,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $22,800
- Low (80%)
- $36,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,650
- Low (80%)
- $40,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,450
- Low (80%)
- $45,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $30,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,750
- Low (80%)
- $49,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $33,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,050
- Low (80%)
- $52,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,300
- Low (80%)
- $56,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $37,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,600
- Low (80%)
- $60,100
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $19,950 | $31,850 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $22,800 | $36,400 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $25,650 | $40,950 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $28,450 | $45,500 |
| 5 Persons | $30,750 | $30,750 | $49,150 |
| 6 Persons | $33,050 | $33,050 | $52,800 |
| 7 Persons | $35,300 | $35,300 | $56,450 |
| 8 Persons | $37,600 | $37,600 | $60,100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Jennings have?+
Housing Authority of the City of Jennings has a total of 165 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Jefferson Davis County, LA?+
For a 4-person household in Jefferson Davis County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $28,450, Low Income (80% AMI): $45,500. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Jennings?+
Housing Authority of the City of Jennings is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3378245642, 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 Housing Authority of the City of Jennings?+
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.
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