Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Marion, MS 39342
2 affordable buildings in 39342 · 14 more within 11 mi
Marion, MS 39342 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit and 1 usda rural. 14 more are listed within 11 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 39342
No buildings in 39342 match this filter.
Nearby
Azalea Park Apts
803 29th St, Meridian, MS 39305
3.4 mi away
136 units · 135 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
North Ridge Apts
4550 35th Ave, Meridian, MS 39305
3.9 mi away
48 units · 47 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
North Hills Manor
4401-1 40th Ave, Meridian, MS 39305
4.3 mi away
104 units · 96 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Frank Berry Courts
920 42nd Ave, Meridian, MS 39307
5.7 mi away
113 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Carousel Place
539 47th Ave, Meridian, MS 39307
6.2 mi away
130 units · 77 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Meridian
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Village Apts
2015 Mosby Rd B 1-8, Meridian, MS 39307
6.4 mi away
104 units · 81 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Scattered Sites
107 71st Pl, Meridian, MS 39307
7.7 mi away
250 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Meridian
- Residents waited about 14 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Cedar Bend Apartments
7100 Old Highway 80 West, Meridian, MS 39307
8.1 mi away
32 units · 31 income-restricted · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 39342
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,130/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $45,200/yr
- Renters in 39342 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 46%
Income limits (2026)
Lauderdale County, MS area · median family income $89,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,300 | $28,750 | $45,950 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $32,800 | $52,550 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $36,950 | $59,100 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $41,050 | $65,650 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $44,350 | $70,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $47,650 | $76,200 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $50,950 | $81,450 |
| 8 | $54,200 | $54,200 | $86,700 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 39342 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $980 | $877 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,010 | $896 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,130 | $1,006 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,490 | $1,328 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,500 | $1,332 |
Wider area = Lauderdale County, MS. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (39307) to $1,220 (39309).
Census figures for 39342 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,074. Median household income $45,298. 50% of homes are rented. 46% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 35% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 39342's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 39342Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Marion, MS 39342?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Marion, MS 39342, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Marion, MS 39342 have openings?
These lists for Marion, MS 39342 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Marion, MS 39342?
Use the phone number on each building card in Marion, MS 39342. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Marion, MS 39342?
In Marion, MS 39342, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 39342?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Marion, MS 39342. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 39342?
Yes — this page also lists 14 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Marion, MS 39342 (within about 11 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Marion, MS 39342?
Most income-restricted buildings in Marion, MS 39342 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $28,750, and $41,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($45,950 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Marion, MS 39342?
For many programs in Marion, MS 39342, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $28,750 a year for 1 person and $41,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $45,950 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Marion, MS 39342?
There is no single waiting list for Marion, MS 39342. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Marion, MS 39342?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists tax-credit apartments in Marion, MS 39342. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Marion, MS 39342?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Marion, MS 39342, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Marion, MS 39342 is $1,130 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Marion, MS 39342?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Marion, MS 39342. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Marion, MS 39342?
This page may still list buildings in Marion, MS 39342 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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