About This Property
Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority operates 650 units of public housing in Marion, OH. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The housing authority serves Marion County residents.
Waitlist Information
Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority accepts pre-applications at the program level; declining two invitations to apply will purge the application from the waitlist. Applicants must apply separately for each waitlist.
Eligibility is based on total annual gross income, family size, and US citizen or eligible non-citizen status. Seventy-five percent of vouchers are for applicants whose incomes do not exceed 30% of the area median income, and applicants must apply separately for each waitlist.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated June 21, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Marion County, OH
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $723 |
| 1 Bedroom | $728 |
| 2 Bedroom | $956 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,156 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,273 |
Income Limits - Marion County, OH
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $13,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $23,250
- Low (80%)
- $37,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,550
- Low (80%)
- $42,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,850
- Low (80%)
- $47,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,150
- Low (80%)
- $53,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,850
- Low (80%)
- $57,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,500
- Low (80%)
- $61,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,150
- Low (80%)
- $65,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $43,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,800
- Low (80%)
- $70,050
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $13,950 | $23,250 | $37,150 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $26,550 | $42,450 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $29,850 | $47,750 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $33,150 | $53,050 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $35,850 | $57,300 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $38,500 | $61,550 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $41,150 | $65,800 |
| 8 Persons | $43,800 | $43,800 | $70,050 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Marion, OH?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Marion County, OH is: $723 (Studio), $728 (1BR), $956 (2BR), $1156 (3BR), $1273 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority have?+
Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority has a total of 650 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Marion County, OH?+
For a 4-person household in Marion County, OH, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $33,150, Low Income (80% AMI): $53,050. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority?+
Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7403835680, 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 Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. 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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