Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Hickman, KY 42050
6 affordable buildings in 42050 · 20 more within 14 mi
Hickman, KY 42050 has 6 income-restricted buildings: 4 tax credit, 1 public housing, 1 Section 8, 2 senior, and 1 usda rural. 20 more are listed within 14 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 42050
Holly Ct-Davis Park
Hickman, KY 42050
117 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Hickman
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Hickman II Apts
1706 Ky-125, Hickman, KY 42050
40 units · 1 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 42050 match this filter.
Nearby
Glendale Duplex
708 Glendale St, Union City, TN 38261
11 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
College Sfd
903 E College St, Union City, TN 38261
11 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
College Greenwood Duplex
1102 E College St, Union City, TN 38261
11.1 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Ware Park
1464 E. Cheatham St., Union City, TN 38261
11.2 mi away
64 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Taylor Street Sfd
211 N Taylor St, Union City, TN 38261
11.3 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Union City Hsg Auth, Fairview
1601 E Main St, Union City, TN 38261
11.6 mi away
284 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Union City Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Evergreen Apartments
731 South Sunswept Dr, Union City, TN 38261
11.9 mi away
21 units · 20 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Union City Apts
2810-1 Lynn St, Union City, TN 38261
13.4 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Reelfoot Apartments
1331 Hillsboro St, Union City, TN 38261
13.4 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Troy Place Apts
501 S Mary Jane St, Troy, TN 38260
14.1 mi away
16 units · 12 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Eagles Landing
4 Conn St, East Prairie, MO 63845
19.1 mi away
30 units · 2–3 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Eagles Landing
21 Conn St, East Prairie, MO 63845
19.1 mi away
30 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Eastview Apts
92 Conn Street, East Prairie, MO 63845
19.3 mi away
16 units · 2–3 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
East Prairie
535 N Lincoln St, East Prairie, MO 63845
20.1 mi away
120 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of East Prairie
- Residents waited about 29 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 42050
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $950/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $38,000/yr
- Renters in 42050 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 52%
Income limits (2026)
Fulton County, KY area · median family income $57,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 | $25,200 | $40,250 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $28,800 | $46,000 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $32,400 | $51,750 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $35,950 | $57,500 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $38,850 | $62,100 |
| 6 | $41,750 | $41,750 | $66,700 |
| 7 | $44,600 | $44,600 | $71,300 |
| 8 | $47,500 | $47,500 | $75,900 |
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 | 42050 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $680 | $650 |
| 1 bedroom | $730 | $695 |
| 2 bedrooms | $950 | $909 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,320 | $1,259 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,330 | $1,308 |
Wider area = Fulton County, KY. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $990 (63845) to $1,000 (38254).
Census figures for 42050 (2020–2024 average): median rent $427. Median household income $41,800. 35% of homes are rented. 52% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 22% 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 42050's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 42050Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Hickman, KY 42050?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Hickman, KY 42050, 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 Hickman, KY 42050 have openings?
These lists for Hickman, KY 42050 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 Hickman, KY 42050?
Use the phone number on each building card in Hickman, KY 42050. 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 Hickman, KY 42050?
In Hickman, KY 42050, 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 42050?
This directory lists 6 income-restricted buildings in Hickman, KY 42050. 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 42050?
Yes — this page also lists 20 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Hickman, KY 42050 (within about 14 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Hickman, KY 42050?
Most income-restricted buildings in Hickman, KY 42050 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 $25,200, and $35,950 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($40,250 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 Hickman, KY 42050?
For many programs in Hickman, KY 42050, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $25,200 a year for 1 person and $35,950 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $40,250 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 Hickman, KY 42050?
There is no single waiting list for Hickman, KY 42050. 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 Hickman, KY 42050?
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 public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Hickman, KY 42050. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Hickman, KY 42050?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Hickman, KY 42050, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Hickman, KY 42050 is $950 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 Hickman, KY 42050?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Hickman, KY 42050. 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 Hickman, KY 42050?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Hickman, KY 42050. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
Nearby ZIP codes
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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