About This Property
Housing Authority of Gilmer provides 140 units of public housing in Gilmer, TX within Upshur County. The property currently has closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 assistance programs. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
To apply for GHA's housing programs, please stop by our office during normal hours for a paper application. GHA administers 140 Public Housing Units.
GHA does not offer HCV (Housing Choice Vouchers), previously Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Upshur 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 | $889 |
| 1 Bedroom | $930 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,102 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,537 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,665 |
Income Limits - Upshur County, TX
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%)
- $37,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,600
- Low (80%)
- $42,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,900
- Low (80%)
- $47,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,200
- Low (80%)
- $53,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,900
- Low (80%)
- $57,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,550
- Low (80%)
- $61,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,200
- Low (80%)
- $65,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $43,850
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,850
- Low (80%)
- $70,100
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $13,950 | $23,250 | $37,200 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $26,600 | $42,500 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $29,900 | $47,800 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $33,200 | $53,100 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $35,900 | $57,350 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $38,550 | $61,600 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $41,200 | $65,850 |
| 8 Persons | $43,850 | $43,850 | $70,100 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Gilmer, TX?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Upshur County, TX is: $889 (Studio), $930 (1BR), $1102 (2BR), $1537 (3BR), $1665 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of Gilmer is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of Gilmer have?+
Housing Authority of Gilmer has a total of 140 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of Gilmer?+
Housing Authority of Gilmer is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9038433141, 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Upshur County, TX?+
For a 4-person household in Upshur County, TX, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $33,200, Low Income (80% AMI): $53,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of Gilmer?+
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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