About This Property
Housing Authority of Wortham offers 68 units of public housing in Wortham, Texas. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The property operates as a housing authority serving Freestone County.
Waitlist Information
Eligibility depends on income; serves low-income families, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities. The Housing Authority accepts pre-applications at the program level, and declining two invitations may result in the application being purged from the waitlist.
Eligibility depends on income, with a family of four very low-income limit of $43,800 annually for FY 2025 in Freestone County.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 29, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Freestone County, TX
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $703 |
| 1 Bedroom | $708 |
| 2 Bedroom | $930 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,124 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,382 |
Income Limits - Freestone County, TX
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $13,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $21,650
- Low (80%)
- $34,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,750
- Low (80%)
- $39,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,850
- Low (80%)
- $44,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,900
- Low (80%)
- $49,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,400
- Low (80%)
- $53,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,850
- Low (80%)
- $57,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $38,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,350
- Low (80%)
- $61,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,800
- Low (80%)
- $65,300
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $13,000 | $21,650 | $34,650 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $24,750 | $39,600 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $27,850 | $44,550 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $30,900 | $49,450 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $33,400 | $53,450 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $35,850 | $57,400 |
| 7 Persons | $38,350 | $38,350 | $61,350 |
| 8 Persons | $40,800 | $40,800 | $65,300 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Wortham, TX?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Freestone County, TX is: $703 (Studio), $708 (1BR), $930 (2BR), $1124 (3BR), $1382 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of Wortham is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of Wortham have?+
Housing Authority of Wortham has a total of 68 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of Wortham?+
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.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of Wortham?+
Housing Authority of Wortham is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 2547653320, 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 Freestone County, TX?+
For a 4-person household in Freestone County, TX, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $30,900, Low Income (80% AMI): $49,450. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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