Adams County, MS
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $727/mo | $654 – $800/mo |
| 1 BR | $768/mo | $691 – $845/mo |
| 2 BR | $842/mo | $758 – $926/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,111/mo | $1,000 – $1,222/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,115/mo | $1,004 – $1,227/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Adams County, MS (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Adams County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Adams County
- The Housing Authority of the City of Natchez
2 Auburn Ave, Natchez, MS, 39120 · 6014465301
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Adams County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $25,200 |
| 2 people | $28,800 |
| 3 people | $32,400 |
| 4 people | $36,000 |
| 5 people | $38,900 |
| 6 people | $41,800 |
| 7 people | $44,650 |
| 8 people | $47,550 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Adams County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
CEDARHURST APARTMENTS
201 LUMBER STREET, NATCHEZ, MS, 39120-000030 income-restricted units27 3BR, 3 4BR+Built 20229% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052LOWER WOODVILLE APARTMENTS
137 LEWIS DRIVE, NATCHEZ, MS, 39120-000060 income-restricted units18 1BR, 25 2BR, 17 3BRBuilt 20159% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045SUSIE B WEST APARTMENTS
135 LEWIS DRIVE, NATCHEZ, MS, 39120-000060 income-restricted units4 1BR, 16 2BR, 40 3BRBuilt 20159% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045JEFFERSONIAN APTS
14 T WARING BENNETT JR RD, NATCHEZ, MS, 3912047 income-restricted units43 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20089% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038CARPENTER SCHOOL ELDERLY I
700 N UNION ST, NATCHEZ, MS, 3912037 income-restricted units of 38 total27 1BR, 11 2BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032OAK TOWERS
601 OAK ST, NATCHEZ, MS, 3912025 income-restricted units13 studio, 1 1BR, 11 2BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026NATCHEZ HOUSING I
625 N WALL ST, NATCHEZ, MS, 3912015 income-restricted units6 2BR, 9 3BRBuilt 19954% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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