Clay 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 | $708/mo | $637 – $779/mo |
| 1 BR | $713/mo | $642 – $784/mo |
| 2 BR | $842/mo | $758 – $926/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,159/mo | $1,043 – $1,275/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,412/mo | $1,271 – $1,553/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Clay County, MS (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Clay County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Clay County
- The Housing Authority of the City of West Point
980 E Brame Ave, West Point, MS, 39773 · 6624952004
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Clay 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 Clay 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.
POINT PLACE APTS
181 N FOREST ST, WEST POINT, MS, 3977340 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044WINDALE APTS II
530 WINDALE DR, WEST POINT, MS, 3977372 income-restricted units16 1BR, 20 2BR, 24 3BR, 12 4BR+Built 20144% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044DUNLAP ACRES
515 DUNLAP RD, WEST POINT, MS, 3977350 income-restricted units34 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 19979% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027HENRY CLAY RETIREMENT HOUSING
133 COMMERCE ST, WEST POINT, MS, 3977313 income-restricted units of 27 total24 1BR, 3 2BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025GREEN OAKS APTS
820 N ESHMAN AVE, WEST POINT, MS, 3977324 income-restricted units16 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 19924% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2022
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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