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About Housing Authority of the City of Jasper
The Housing Authority of the City of Jasper, located in Jasper, Walker County, Alabama, manages approximately 619 assisted housing units. These units consist of 297 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 322 Public Housing units.
Currently, all waiting lists for both the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and Public Housing program are closed to new applications. For potential applicants, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Walker County, AL HUD Metro FMR Area is $38,950 per year. Interested parties should monitor for future announcements regarding when these waiting lists may reopen.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list is open until further notice. Preferences are indicated on the application.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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.
The waiting list was last open in December 2018. There is no announced date for when this waiting list will reopen. Preferences were listed on the application when it was last open.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Jasper 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 the City of Jasper
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Jasper 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 the City of Jasper, 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 $38,950/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 the City of Jasper 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 the City of Jasper, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Jasper manages approximately 619 assisted housing units (297 Section 8, 322 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Jasper. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Jasper
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Jasper are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Jasper manages approximately 322 Public Housing units in Jasper. 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 the City of Jasper 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 Jasper. This program serves approximately 297 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Jasper?
Housing Authority of the City of Jasper Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Jasper are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Walker County, AL HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $38,950. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $16,350 | $27,300 | $43,650 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $31,200 | $49,850 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $35,100 | $56,100 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $38,950 | $62,300 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $42,100 | $67,300 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $45,200 | $72,300 |
| 7 Persons | $48,300 | $48,300 | $77,300 |
| 8 Persons | $51,450 | $51,450 | $82,250 |
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 the City of Jasper — including across state lines.