About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Picher provides public housing and Section 8 rental assistance to residents of Picher, Oklahoma. Both the public housing and Section 8 program waitlists are currently closed. This housing authority serves Ottawa County and offers affordable rental options for eligible households.
Waitlist Information
Eligibility typically considers income, family size, age/disability, and US citizenship/eligible immigration status, with potential preferences for veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents.
Eligibility for this program typically considers annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship/eligible immigration, with preferences for veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents influencing waitlist placement.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Ottawa County, OK
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $609 |
| 1 Bedroom | $678 |
| 2 Bedroom | $891 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,109 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,224 |
Income Limits - Ottawa County, OK
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $20,800
- Low (80%)
- $33,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $23,750
- Low (80%)
- $38,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,700
- Low (80%)
- $42,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,650
- Low (80%)
- $47,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,050
- Low (80%)
- $51,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $34,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,400
- Low (80%)
- $55,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $36,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,800
- Low (80%)
- $58,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $39,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,150
- Low (80%)
- $62,650
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $20,800 | $33,250 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $23,750 | $38,000 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $26,700 | $42,750 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $29,650 | $47,450 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $32,050 | $51,250 |
| 6 Persons | $34,400 | $34,400 | $55,050 |
| 7 Persons | $36,800 | $36,800 | $58,850 |
| 8 Persons | $39,150 | $39,150 | $62,650 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Picher, OK?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Ottawa County, OK is: $609 (Studio), $678 (1BR), $891 (2BR), $1109 (3BR), $1224 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Picher is typically 30% of household income or less.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Ottawa County, OK?+
For a 4-person household in Ottawa County, OK, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $29,650, Low Income (80% AMI): $47,450. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Picher?+
Housing Authority of the City of Picher is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9186732126, 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 Picher?+
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.
Contact Information
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