The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville
Booneville, Mississippi
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About The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville
The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville, located in Booneville, Prentiss County, Mississippi, manages approximately 160 assisted housing units. This authority currently offers the Public Housing program, which is open for applications.
Applicants interested in the Public Housing program should note the current income limits. For a family of four in Prentiss County, MS, the Very Low Income limit is $35,350 per year. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, another program managed by this authority, is currently closed to new applications.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Eligibility for housing depends on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration; public housing is provided to low-income families, the elderly, and those with disabilities.
View original notice — boonevilleha.comOther Programs
4 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.
As of December 5, 2025, there are no current Section 8 waiting lists for Booneville.
The website provides a link to 'Apply Now' for housing, but does not specify if this is for Mainstream or if the waiting list is currently open or closed.
The website provides a link to 'Apply Now' for housing, but does not specify if this is for PBV or if the waiting list is currently open or closed.
The website provides a link to 'Apply Now' for housing, but does not specify if this is for RAD or if the waiting list is currently open or closed.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville 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 The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville
Check Current Status
The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville 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 The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville, 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 $35,350/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 The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville 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 The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville manages approximately 160 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Booneville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville manages approximately 160 Public Housing units in Booneville. 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 The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville 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 Booneville. 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 The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Booneville. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Booneville maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville Income Limits
Income limits for programs at The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Prentiss County, MS. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $35,350. 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 | $15,650 | $24,750 | $39,600 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $28,300 | $45,250 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $31,850 | $50,900 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $35,350 | $56,550 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $38,200 | $61,100 |
| 6 Persons | $41,050 | $41,050 | $65,600 |
| 7 Persons | $43,850 | $43,850 | $70,150 |
| 8 Persons | $46,700 | $46,700 | $74,650 |
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 The Housing Authority of the City of Booneville — including across state lines.