Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro
Jonesboro, Georgia
Last Updated
23 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro
Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro (HUD agency code GA228) is the public housing agency serving Jonesboro, Clayton County, Georgia. It administers 32 public housing units and 1,895 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 5 waiting lists at this agency, covering FUP, Other, HCV, Mainstream, Public Housing. As of Mar 11, 2026, 2 are open and 3 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $57,100 per year, and as Low Income at or below $91,350 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 8 status changes at this agency, most recently on Apr 29, 2026.
Family Unification Program (FUP) Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
Applications for the Family Unification Program Voucher must be accompanied by the Division of Child and Family Services application and certification form.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
The Family Unification Program Voucher waiting list is currently open. All applications must be accompanied by a Division of Child and Family Services application and certification form.
Other Programs
3 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.
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is currently closed. It was last open from April 19, 2021, to April 22, 2021, accepting 2,500 applicants by random lottery with preferences for victims of domestic violence, elderly/disabled residents of Clayton County, and applicants working or living in Clayton County.
The Mainstream program is currently closed. The Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro is not accepting applications at this time.
The Public Housing Waiting List is currently closed.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro directly to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
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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 Jonesboro
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro currently has 2 open waiting lists (Family Unification Program (FUP), Other Programs). 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 Jonesboro, 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 $57,100/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
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro directly at to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro manages approximately 1,927 assisted housing units (1,895 Section 8, 32 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Jonesboro. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro
FUP Family Unification Program (FUP) open
The Family Unification Program (FUP) program at Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Jonesboro. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Jonesboro. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro 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 Jonesboro. This program serves approximately 1,895 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 the City of Jonesboro 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro 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 Jonesboro manages approximately 32 Public Housing units in Jonesboro. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro?
Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Jonesboro are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $57,100. 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 | $24,000 | $40,000 | $63,950 |
| 2 Persons | $27,400 | $45,700 | $73,100 |
| 3 Persons | $30,850 | $51,400 | $82,250 |
| 4 Persons | $34,250 | $57,100 | $91,350 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $61,700 | $98,700 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $66,250 | $106,000 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $70,850 | $113,300 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $75,400 | $120,600 |
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 Jonesboro — including across state lines.