Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Mingo, IA 50168
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 50168 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Mingo, IA 50168. 5 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 50168
Baxter Sr Cit
303 S East Ave, Baxter, IA 50028
7.3 mi away
13 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Maxwell Senior Housing Inc
701 5th St, Maxwell, IA 50161
9.4 mi away
19 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Mitchellville Park
401 Center Ave S, Mitchellville, IA 50169
9.6 mi away
24 units · 1–3 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Candleridge VII LLC
515 Brick Street SE, Bondurant, IA 50035
11.3 mi away
154 units · 1 BR
- 29 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Candleridge of Newton
1224 N Fourth Ave W, Newton, IA 50208
12.3 mi away
23 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Woodland Heights Apts
1800 W Fourth St N, Newton, IA 50208
12.4 mi away
54 units · 53 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Suncrest Village
101 W Fourth St S, Newton, IA 50208
12.9 mi away
59 units · 58 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Jewel Apts
104 First Ave E, Newton, IA 50208
13.1 mi away
15 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 50168
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,000/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,000/yr
- Renters in 50168 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 44%
Income limits (2026)
Jasper County, IA area · median family income $95,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,150 | $33,600 | $53,700 |
| 2 | $23,000 | $38,400 | $61,400 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,200 | $69,050 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $47,950 | $76,700 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $51,800 | $82,850 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $55,650 | $89,000 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $59,500 | $95,150 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $63,300 | $101,250 |
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 | 50168 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $810 | $782 |
| 1 bedroom | $830 | $787 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,000 | $989 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,350 | $1,330 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,490 | $1,395 |
Wider area = Jasper County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $960 (50169) to $1,040 (50055).
Census figures for 50168 (2020–2024 average): median rent $746 (uncertain estimate). Median household income $113,750. 15% of homes are rented. 44% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 14% 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 50168's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 50168Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Mingo, IA 50168?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Mingo, IA 50168, 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 Mingo, IA 50168 have openings?
These lists for Mingo, IA 50168 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 Mingo, IA 50168?
Use the phone number on each building card in Mingo, IA 50168. 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 Mingo, IA 50168?
In Mingo, IA 50168, 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 50168?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 50168 right now. 5 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 50168?
Yes — this page also lists 5 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Mingo, IA 50168 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Mingo, IA 50168?
Most income-restricted buildings in Mingo, IA 50168 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 $33,600, and $47,950 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($53,700 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 Mingo, IA 50168?
For many programs in Mingo, IA 50168, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $33,600 a year for 1 person and $47,950 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $53,700 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 Mingo, IA 50168?
There is no single waiting list for Mingo, IA 50168. 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 Mingo, IA 50168?
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. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Mingo, IA 50168?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Mingo, IA 50168, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Mingo, IA 50168 is $1,000 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 Mingo, IA 50168?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Mingo, IA 50168. 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 Mingo, IA 50168?
This page may still list buildings in Mingo, IA 50168 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 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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