Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Dickens, TX 79229
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 79229 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Dickens, TX 79229. 1 income-restricted building is listed nearby (within about 19 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 79229
Unnamed
206 E 1st St, Spur, TX 79370
14.4 mi away
26 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Spur
- Residents waited about 26 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Gardenwalk of Crosbyton
1204 E Highway 82, Crosbyton, TX 79322
20.7 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Matador Housing
603 Stewart Ave, Matador, TX 79244
24.4 mi away
11 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Unnamed
Paducah, TX 79248
34.7 mi away
60 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Paducah
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
North Park Apts
500 N 9th St, Paducah, TX 79248
35.6 mi away
16 units · 2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- For farmworker households
Country Living Apts
624 Avenue P, Ralls, TX 79357
36.3 mi away
8 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Unnamed
1300 Avenue D, Ralls, TX 79357
37.1 mi away
36 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Ralls
- Residents waited about 28 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Unnamed
210 E California St, Floydada, TX 79235
40.3 mi away
58 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Floydada
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Cottonwood Village
Cottonwood Village, Lorenzo, TX 79343
45.6 mi away
20 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Unnamed
801 Pine St, Post, TX 79356
48.5 mi away
90 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Post
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Post Manor
802 W 15th St, Post, TX 79356
49.2 mi away
24 units · 1 BR
- 12 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Ha City of Lockney
418 Main Street, Lockney, TX 79241
50.8 mi away
10 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Lockney
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 79229
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,060/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,400/yr
Income limits (2026)
Dickens County, TX area · median family income $69,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,600 | $29,300 | $46,900 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $33,500 | $53,600 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $37,700 | $60,300 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $41,850 | $66,950 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $45,200 | $72,350 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $51,900 | $83,050 |
| 8 | $55,250 | $55,250 | $88,400 |
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 | 79229 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $800 | $842 |
| 1 bedroom | $850 | $882 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,060 | $1,108 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,300 | $1,320 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,540 | $1,596 |
Wider area = Dickens County, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,060 (79370) to $1,220 (79256).
Census figures for 79229 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $47,583. 10% of homes are rented.
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 79229's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 79229Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Dickens, TX 79229?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Dickens, TX 79229, 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 Dickens, TX 79229 have openings?
These lists for Dickens, TX 79229 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 Dickens, TX 79229?
Use the phone number on each building card in Dickens, TX 79229. 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 Dickens, TX 79229?
In Dickens, TX 79229, 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 79229?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 79229 right now. 1 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 79229?
Yes — this page also lists 1 income-restricted building in ZIP codes near Dickens, TX 79229 (within about 19 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Dickens, TX 79229?
Most income-restricted buildings in Dickens, TX 79229 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 $29,300, and $41,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($46,900 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 Dickens, TX 79229?
For many programs in Dickens, TX 79229, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $29,300 a year for 1 person and $41,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $46,900 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 Dickens, TX 79229?
There is no single waiting list for Dickens, TX 79229. 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 Dickens, TX 79229?
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 Dickens, TX 79229?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Dickens, TX 79229, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Dickens, TX 79229 is $1,060 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 Dickens, TX 79229?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Dickens, TX 79229. 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 Dickens, TX 79229?
This page may still list buildings in Dickens, TX 79229 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); 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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