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About The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou
The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou, located in Mound Bayou, Bolivar County, Mississippi, manages approximately 100 assisted housing units. They offer housing assistance through their Public Housing program and previously managed the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program.
Currently, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open to new applicants. The waitlist for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is closed; this status recently changed from unknown to closed. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Bolivar County, MS area is $34,550 per year. Applicants interested in Public Housing should contact the authority directly for application instructions and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Qualified applicants are placed by date and time the application is received; no preferences are confirmed.
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 waitlist for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program is currently closed.
Status History
Official Application
Contact The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou directly at (601) 741-2061 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
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 Mound Bayou
Check Current Status
The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou 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 Mound Bayou, 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 $34,550/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 The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou directly at (601) 741-2061 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 The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou manages approximately 100 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Mound Bayou. 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 Mound Bayou
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou 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 Mound Bayou manages approximately 100 Public Housing units in Mound Bayou. 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 Mound Bayou 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 Mound Bayou. 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 The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou?
The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou Income Limits
Income limits for programs at The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Bolivar County, MS. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $34,550. 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 | $24,200 | $38,750 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $27,650 | $44,250 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $31,100 | $49,800 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $34,550 | $55,300 |
| 5 Persons | $37,350 | $37,350 | $59,750 |
| 6 Persons | $40,100 | $40,100 | $64,150 |
| 7 Persons | $42,850 | $42,850 | $68,600 |
| 8 Persons | $45,650 | $45,650 | $73,000 |
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 Mound Bayou — including across state lines.