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Mcallen Housing Authority

1200 N 25th St, McAllen, TX, 78501

Information verified April 17, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 16 hr ago

About This Property

McAllen Housing Authority operates 1,418 public housing units in McAllen, TX. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The housing authority serves residents in Hidalgo County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Opened April 11, 2024

Apply: Online

Limited to low-income families and individuals; eligibility is based on annual gross income, qualifying as elderly, a person with a disability, or as a family, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status. The waitlist last accepted 100 applications.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

Serves very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled. Eligibility is determined by total annual gross income, family size, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status, with local preferences possibly applying. The waitlist last accepted 100 applications on September 14, 2023.

Last verified February 27, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1418

Fair Market Rent - Hidalgo 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	$777
1 Bedroom	$781
2 Bedroom	$977
3 Bedroom	$1,277
4 Bedroom	$1,409

Income Limits - Hidalgo County, TX

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $21,350
Low (80%): $34,100

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $24,400
Low (80%): $39,000

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $27,450
Low (80%): $43,850

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $30,450
Low (80%): $48,700

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $32,900
Low (80%): $52,600

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,350
Very Low (50%): $35,350
Low (80%): $56,500

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $37,800
Very Low (50%): $37,800
Low (80%): $60,400

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,200
Very Low (50%): $40,200
Low (80%): $64,300

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$21,350	$34,100
2 Persons	$17,420	$24,400	$39,000
3 Persons	$21,960	$27,450	$43,850
4 Persons	$26,500	$30,450	$48,700
5 Persons	$31,040	$32,900	$52,600
6 Persons	$35,350	$35,350	$56,500
7 Persons	$37,800	$37,800	$60,400
8 Persons	$40,200	$40,200	$64,300

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in McAllen, TX?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Hidalgo County, TX is: $777 (Studio), $781 (1BR), $977 (2BR), $1277 (3BR), $1409 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Mcallen Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Mcallen Housing Authority have?+

Mcallen Housing Authority has a total of 1418 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Hidalgo County, TX?+

For a 4-person household in Hidalgo County, TX, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $30,450, Low Income (80% AMI): $48,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Mcallen 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.

How do I apply for housing at Mcallen Housing Authority?+

Mcallen Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9566863951, 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.

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