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About Alexander County Housing Authority
The Alexander County Housing Authority, located in Cairo, Alexander County, Illinois, manages approximately 173 assisted housing units.
This authority offers two primary housing assistance programs: Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV). The waitlist for Public Housing is currently open for new applicants. The waitlist for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed.
Applicants should be aware of specific income limits for eligibility. For example, a family of four applying for Very Low Income housing in the Cape Girardeau, MO-IL MSA area must have an annual income no greater than $45,250. This threshold helps determine eligibility for assistance.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applicants must be 18 or older, meet the family definition, satisfy HUD citizenship/immigration requirements, and be within income limits; only one application per household is accepted. Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement.
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 Alexander County Housing Authority does not administer a Section 8 or Housing Choice Voucher program.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Alexander County Housing Authority 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 Alexander County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Alexander County Housing Authority 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 Alexander County Housing Authority, 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 $45,250/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 Alexander County Housing Authority 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 Alexander County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Alexander County Housing Authority manages approximately 173 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Cairo. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Alexander County Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Alexander County Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Alexander County Housing Authority manages approximately 173 Public Housing units in Cairo. 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 Alexander County Housing Authority 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 Cairo. 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 Alexander County Housing Authority?
Alexander County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Alexander County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Cape Girardeau, MO-IL MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $45,250. 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 | $19,050 | $31,650 | $50,700 |
| 2 Persons | $21,750 | $36,200 | $57,950 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $40,700 | $65,200 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $45,250 | $72,400 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $48,900 | $78,200 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $52,500 | $84,000 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $56,100 | $89,800 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $59,750 | $95,600 |
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 Alexander County Housing Authority — including across state lines.