Housing Authority of the City of Mansfield
Mansfield, Missouri
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22 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the City of Mansfield
The Housing Authority of the City of Mansfield (PHA Code MO090) is located in Mansfield, Wright County, Missouri. This authority manages approximately 75 assisted housing units, providing housing assistance to eligible individuals and families in the area.
The Housing Authority of the City of Mansfield operates various programs. The Public Housing program is currently open for applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is currently closed to new applicants. Applicants for assisted housing programs must meet specific income limits; for example, a family of four at the Very Low Income level in the Wright County area would have an annual income limit of $38,550. Interested individuals should contact the authority for specific program details and application procedures.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The Mansfield Housing Authority does not have a preference; qualified applicants are placed by the date and time the pre-application is received.
Other 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.
The Section 8 waiting list in Mansfield, MO, is currently closed.
No active waitlist information currently available for the Mainstream Voucher program.
No active waitlist information currently available for Project-Based Vouchers.
No active waitlist information currently available for the Rental Assistance Demonstration program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Mansfield directly at (417) 924-8316 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 Housing Authority of the City of Mansfield
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Mansfield 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 Mansfield, 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 $38,550/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 Housing Authority of the City of Mansfield directly at (417) 924-8316 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 Mansfield, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Mansfield manages approximately 75 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Mansfield. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Mansfield
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Mansfield 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 Mansfield manages approximately 75 Public Housing units in Mansfield. 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 Mansfield 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 Mansfield. 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 Mansfield 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 Housing Authority of the City of Mansfield are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Mansfield. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Mansfield converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Mansfield maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Mansfield?
Housing Authority of the City of Mansfield Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Mansfield are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Wright County, MO. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $38,550. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $16,250 | $27,000 | $43,200 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,850 | $49,400 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,700 | $55,550 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $38,550 | $61,700 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $41,650 | $66,650 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $44,700 | $71,600 |
| 7 Persons | $47,800 | $47,800 | $76,550 |
| 8 Persons | $50,900 | $50,900 | $81,450 |
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 Mansfield — including across state lines.