About This Property
The Housing Authority of the Town of Bayard provides 70 units of public housing in Bayard, New Mexico. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority administers affordable housing options for Grant County residents.
Waitlist Information
The Housing Authority of the Town of Bayard accepts Public Housing pre-applications. Eligibility is based on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration. Declining two invitations may result in the application being purged from the waitlist.
The Housing Authority of the Town of Bayard Voucher Programs department is accepting pre-applications. Eligibility is based on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration. Declining two invitations may result in the application being purged from the waitlist.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Grant County, NM
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $728 |
| 1 Bedroom | $733 |
| 2 Bedroom | $877 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,209 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,303 |
Income Limits - Grant County, NM
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $19,300
- Low (80%)
- $30,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $22,050
- Low (80%)
- $35,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,800
- Low (80%)
- $39,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,550
- Low (80%)
- $44,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $29,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,800
- Low (80%)
- $47,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $32,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,000
- Low (80%)
- $51,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $34,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,200
- Low (80%)
- $54,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $36,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,400
- Low (80%)
- $58,250
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $19,300 | $30,900 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $22,050 | $35,300 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $24,800 | $39,700 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $27,550 | $44,100 |
| 5 Persons | $29,800 | $29,800 | $47,650 |
| 6 Persons | $32,000 | $32,000 | $51,200 |
| 7 Persons | $34,200 | $34,200 | $54,700 |
| 8 Persons | $36,400 | $36,400 | $58,250 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Bayard, NM?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Grant County, NM is: $728 (Studio), $733 (1BR), $877 (2BR), $1209 (3BR), $1303 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the Town of Bayard is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the Town of Bayard have?+
Housing Authority of the Town of Bayard has a total of 70 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the Town of Bayard?+
Housing Authority of the Town of Bayard is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5755372296, 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 Grant County, NM?+
For a 4-person household in Grant County, NM, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $27,550, Low Income (80% AMI): $44,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the Town of Bayard?+
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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