About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Starkville operates 244 public housing units throughout Starkville, MS in Oktibbeha County. 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
Preferences are given to Veterans, victims of domestic violence, and individuals displaced by natural disasters or fire; applicants must be 21 or older; a minimum rent of $50 is required per month. Applications are picked up Monday-Friday and hand-delivered in person from the 11th until the last day of the month, specifically on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Pre-applications are currently accepted, with eligibility based on income, family size, and citizenship status; preferences include Veterans, victims of domestic violence, and individuals displaced by natural disasters or fire.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated September 27, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Oktibbeha 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 | $840 |
| 1 Bedroom | $889 |
| 2 Bedroom | $998 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,324 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,329 |
Income Limits - Oktibbeha County, MS
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $13,650
- Very Low (50%)
- $22,700
- Low (80%)
- $36,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,950
- Low (80%)
- $41,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,200
- Low (80%)
- $46,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,400
- Low (80%)
- $51,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,000
- Low (80%)
- $56,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,600
- Low (80%)
- $60,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,200
- Low (80%)
- $64,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $42,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,800
- Low (80%)
- $68,450
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $13,650 | $22,700 | $36,300 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $25,950 | $41,500 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $29,200 | $46,700 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $32,400 | $51,850 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $35,000 | $56,000 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $37,600 | $60,150 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $40,200 | $64,300 |
| 8 Persons | $42,800 | $42,800 | $68,450 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Starkville, MS?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Oktibbeha County, MS is: $840 (Studio), $889 (1BR), $998 (2BR), $1324 (3BR), $1329 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like The Housing Authority of the City of Starkville is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does The Housing Authority of the City of Starkville have?+
The Housing Authority of the City of Starkville has a total of 244 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for The Housing Authority of the City of Starkville?+
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.
How do I apply for housing at The Housing Authority of the City of Starkville?+
The Housing Authority of the City of Starkville is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6623235536, 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 Oktibbeha County, MS?+
For a 4-person household in Oktibbeha County, MS, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $32,400, Low Income (80% AMI): $51,850. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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