
About This Property
Rowan County Housing Authority provides 880 units of public housing in Salisbury, NC. The housing authority currently maintains closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 assistance programs. Interested applicants can contact the authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
Applications are for families and senior/disabled individuals. Required documents include birth certificates, social security cards, proof of all income, and photo IDs for all adult household members. Declining two invitations will purge an application from the waitlist.
This program manages 550 Section 8 Vouchers. Eligibility is based on income, family size, and other factors, with at least 75% of issued vouchers going to extremely low-income families.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated October 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Rowan County, NC
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $925 |
| 1 Bedroom | $931 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,121 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,702 |
Income Limits - Rowan County, NC
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $13,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $21,850
- Low (80%)
- $34,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,950
- Low (80%)
- $39,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,050
- Low (80%)
- $44,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,150
- Low (80%)
- $49,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,650
- Low (80%)
- $53,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,150
- Low (80%)
- $57,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $38,650
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,650
- Low (80%)
- $61,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $41,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,150
- Low (80%)
- $65,850
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $13,100 | $21,850 | $34,900 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $24,950 | $39,900 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $28,050 | $44,900 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $31,150 | $49,850 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $33,650 | $53,850 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $36,150 | $57,850 |
| 7 Persons | $38,650 | $38,650 | $61,850 |
| 8 Persons | $41,150 | $41,150 | $65,850 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Salisbury, NC?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Rowan County, NC is: $925 (Studio), $931 (1BR), $1121 (2BR), $1483 (3BR), $1702 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Rowan County Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Rowan County Housing Authority have?+
Rowan County Housing Authority has a total of 880 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Rowan County Housing Authority?+
Rowan County Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7046338380, 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 Rowan County, NC?+
For a 4-person household in Rowan County, NC, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $31,150, Low Income (80% AMI): $49,850. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Rowan County Housing Authority?+
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.
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