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Housing Authority of the City of Joplin

Name: Housing Authority of the City of Joplin
Address: 1834 W 24th St, Joplin, MO, 64804, US
Telephone: 4176244514

1834 W 24th St, Joplin, MO, 64804

Information verified July 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 9 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of Joplin operates 861 units of public housing in Joplin, Missouri, serving Jasper County residents. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed to new applications. The authority provides rental assistance and housing options for eligible households in the area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened April 16, 2026

Apply: Multiple

Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement. Income for a family of four must be below $38,550/year to qualify; declining two invitations to apply will result in the application being purged. To apply, contact the Housing Authority directly at (417) 624-4514 or visit their office at 1834 W 24th St, Joplin, MO 64804.

Last verified April 17, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waitlist is currently closed. The Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Joplin, MO HUD Metro FMR Area is $38,550 per year.

Last verified April 14, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

861

Fair Market Rent - Jasper County, MO

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$722
1 Bedroom	$741
2 Bedroom	$923
3 Bedroom	$1,177
4 Bedroom	$1,268

Income Limits - Jasper County, MO

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $21,100
Low (80%): $33,750

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $24,100
Low (80%): $38,550

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $27,100
Low (80%): $43,350

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $30,100
Low (80%): $48,150

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $32,550
Low (80%): $52,050

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $34,950
Very Low (50%): $34,950
Low (80%): $55,900

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $37,350
Very Low (50%): $37,350
Low (80%): $59,750

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $39,750
Very Low (50%): $39,750
Low (80%): $63,600

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$21,100	$33,750
2 Persons	$17,420	$24,100	$38,550
3 Persons	$21,960	$27,100	$43,350
4 Persons	$26,500	$30,100	$48,150
5 Persons	$31,040	$32,550	$52,050
6 Persons	$34,950	$34,950	$55,900
7 Persons	$37,350	$37,350	$59,750
8 Persons	$39,750	$39,750	$63,600

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Joplin, MO?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Jasper County, MO is: $722 (Studio), $741 (1BR), $923 (2BR), $1177 (3BR), $1268 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Joplin is typically 30% of household income or less.

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

Housing Authority of the City of Joplin has a total of 861 housing units.

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

Housing Authority of the City of Joplin is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 4176244514, 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 Joplin?+

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.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Jasper County, MO?+

For a 4-person household in Jasper County, MO, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $30,100, Low Income (80% AMI): $48,150. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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