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About Housing Authority of Jacksonville
The Housing Authority of Jacksonville (PHA Code AL139) provides assisted housing options in Jacksonville, Calhoun County, Alabama. This authority manages approximately 394 units, which include 175 Public Housing units and 219 units administered through the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program.
Currently, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open for new applications. However, the waitlists for both the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and the Mainstream program are closed to new applicants.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Anniston-Oxford, AL MSA area served by this authority is $37,000 per year. Potential applicants for Public Housing should contact the authority for specific application procedures.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Nov 13, 2023
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This specific waiting list accepts pre-applications for working and non-working families with a minimum 5-person household, where the head, spouse, or co-head is employed at least 20 hours/week, a full-time student, elderly, or disabled.
Other Programs
2 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
All waiting lists are officially closed. No applications will be accepted after May 31st, 2023.
The Jacksonville Housing Authority Mainstream Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed as of January 5, 2026; it initially opened on January 20, 2025.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of Jacksonville portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Housing Authority of Jacksonville
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of Jacksonville currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of Jacksonville, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $37,000/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of Jacksonville portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of Jacksonville, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of Jacksonville manages approximately 394 assisted housing units (219 Section 8, 175 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Jacksonville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of Jacksonville
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of Jacksonville are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of Jacksonville manages approximately 175 Public Housing units in Jacksonville. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of Jacksonville provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Jacksonville. This program serves approximately 219 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of Jacksonville are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of Jacksonville?
Housing Authority of Jacksonville Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of Jacksonville are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Anniston-Oxford, AL MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $37,000. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
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| 1 Person | $15,650 | $25,900 | $41,450 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $29,600 | $47,400 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $33,300 | $53,300 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $37,000 | $59,200 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $40,000 | $63,950 |
| 6 Persons | $42,950 | $42,950 | $68,700 |
| 7 Persons | $45,900 | $45,900 | $73,450 |
| 8 Persons | $48,850 | $48,850 | $78,150 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Housing Authority of Jacksonville — including across state lines.