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About Tarkio Housing Authority
The Tarkio Housing Authority, located in Tarkio, Atchison County, Missouri, manages approximately 40 assisted housing units. This authority provides vital housing assistance through various programs for eligible low-income individuals and families in the area.
Currently, the Tarkio Housing Authority is accepting applications for its Public Housing program. Interested applicants should contact the housing authority directly for detailed application instructions and to determine eligibility. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is presently closed and not accepting new applications.
To qualify for assistance, applicants must meet specific income guidelines based on family size and the local area. For instance, a very low-income family of four in Atchison County, Missouri, must have an annual income no higher than $38,550.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The THA does not have a preference; qualified applicants are placed by the date and time the pre-application is received.
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.
No specific preferences, restrictions, or lottery details were found for this program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Tarkio Housing Authority directly at (660) 736-4212 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 Tarkio Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Tarkio 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 Tarkio 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 $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 Tarkio Housing Authority directly at (660) 736-4212 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 Tarkio Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Tarkio Housing Authority manages approximately 40 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Tarkio. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Tarkio Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Tarkio Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Tarkio Housing Authority manages approximately 40 Public Housing units in Tarkio. 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 Tarkio 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 Tarkio. 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 Tarkio Housing Authority?
Tarkio Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Tarkio Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Atchison 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 | $44,750 | $71,600 |
| 7 Persons | $47,850 | $47,850 | $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 Tarkio Housing Authority — including across state lines.