About This Property
Housing Authority of the City of Mineral Wells provides 295 units of public housing in Mineral Wells, TX, located in Palo Pinto County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed. The housing authority serves the local community through federally-supported affordable housing programs.
Waitlist Information
Applications are for extremely low-income families, older adults, and people with disabilities. The Housing Authority accepts pre-applications at the program level and considers family needs when making invitations to apply. Declining two invitations will purge the application from the waitlist.
The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waiting list was last opened and closed on May 5, 2026. Previously, applications were accepted from August 9, 2023, until 500 applications were received, with no notice of when it will reopen.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 9, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Palo Pinto 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 | $795 |
| 1 Bedroom | $800 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,051 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,305 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,705 |
Income Limits - Palo Pinto County, TX
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $21,350
- Low (80%)
- $34,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,400
- Low (80%)
- $39,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,450
- Low (80%)
- $43,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,450
- Low (80%)
- $48,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,900
- Low (80%)
- $52,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,350
- Low (80%)
- $56,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $37,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,800
- Low (80%)
- $60,400
- 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Mineral Wells, TX?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Palo Pinto County, TX is: $795 (Studio), $800 (1BR), $1051 (2BR), $1305 (3BR), $1705 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority the City of Mineral Wells is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority the City of Mineral Wells have?+
Housing Authority the City of Mineral Wells has a total of 295 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Palo Pinto County, TX?+
For a 4-person household in Palo Pinto 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.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority the City of Mineral Wells?+
Housing Authority the City of Mineral Wells is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9403253327, 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 Housing Authority the City of Mineral Wells?+
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.
Contact Information
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