About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou operates 100 public housing units in Mound Bayou, Mississippi. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
No specific preferences are mentioned; qualified applicants are placed by the date and time their application is received.
The waitlist for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program is currently closed.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Bolivar County, MS
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $683 |
| 1 Bedroom | $687 |
| 2 Bedroom | $903 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,120 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,203 |
Income Limits - Bolivar County, MS
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $18,600
- Low (80%)
- $29,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $21,250
- Low (80%)
- $34,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $23,900
- Low (80%)
- $38,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,550
- Low (80%)
- $42,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $28,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,700
- Low (80%)
- $45,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $30,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,800
- Low (80%)
- $49,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $32,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,950
- Low (80%)
- $52,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,050
- Low (80%)
- $56,100
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $18,600 | $29,750 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $21,250 | $34,000 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $23,900 | $38,250 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $26,550 | $42,500 |
| 5 Persons | $28,700 | $28,700 | $45,900 |
| 6 Persons | $30,800 | $30,800 | $49,300 |
| 7 Persons | $32,950 | $32,950 | $52,700 |
| 8 Persons | $35,050 | $35,050 | $56,100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Mound Bayou, MS?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Bolivar County, MS is: $683 (Studio), $687 (1BR), $903 (2BR), $1120 (3BR), $1203 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou have?+
The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou has a total of 100 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou?+
The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6017412061, 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Bolivar County, MS?+
For a 4-person household in Bolivar County, MS, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $26,550, Low Income (80% AMI): $42,500. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou?+
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.
Contact Information
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