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The Housing Authority of the City of Clarksdale

Name: The Housing Authority of the City of Clarksdale
Address: 2401 6th St, Clarksdale, MS, 38614, US
Telephone: 6626248030

2401 6th St, Clarksdale, MS, 38614

Information verified September 28, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 20 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of Clarksdale provides 296 units of public housing in Clarksdale, Mississippi. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. This housing authority serves residents in Coahoma County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

When applications are accepted, families' needs determine invitations to apply, and declining two invitations will purge an application. Eligibility requires meeting income criteria, US citizenship or eligible legal status, and passing a criminal background check; preferences are given to families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals.

Last verified February 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Opened April 3, 2026

Apply: Multiple

Pre-applications are accepted. Applicants must meet specific income criteria, be US citizens or eligible legal status, and pass a criminal background check; preferences are given to families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals.

Last verified April 6, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 27, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

296

Fair Market Rent - Coahoma 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	$752
1 Bedroom	$804
2 Bedroom	$903
3 Bedroom	$1,255
4 Bedroom	$1,371

Income Limits - Coahoma County, MS

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $18,600
Low (80%): $29,750

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $21,250
Low (80%): $34,000

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $23,900
Low (80%): $38,250

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $26,550
Low (80%): $42,500

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,700
Very Low (50%): $28,700
Low (80%): $45,900

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $30,800
Very Low (50%): $30,800
Low (80%): $49,300

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,950
Very Low (50%): $32,950
Low (80%): $52,700

8 Persons

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 Clarksdale, MS?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Coahoma County, MS is: $752 (Studio), $804 (1BR), $903 (2BR), $1255 (3BR), $1371 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like The Housing Authority of the City of Clarksdale is typically 30% of household income or less.

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

The Housing Authority of the City of Clarksdale has a total of 296 housing units.

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

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. 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.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Coahoma County, MS?+

For a 4-person household in Coahoma 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.

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

The Housing Authority of the City of Clarksdale is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6626248030, 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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