Copiah 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 | $1,091/mo | $982 – $1,200/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,097/mo | $987 – $1,207/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,288/mo | $1,159 – $1,417/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,544/mo | $1,390 – $1,698/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,705/mo | $1,535 – $1,876/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Copiah County, MS (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Copiah County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Copiah County
- The Housing Authority of the City of Hazlehurst
150 Roebuck Ct Ofc 36, Hazlehurst, MS, 39083 · 6018941566
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Copiah 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 | $32,000 |
| 2 people | $36,600 |
| 3 people | $41,150 |
| 4 people | $45,700 |
| 5 people | $49,400 |
| 6 people | $53,050 |
| 7 people | $56,700 |
| 8 people | $60,350 |
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 Copiah 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.
CRYSTAL ESTATES
105 BUIE DR, CRYSTAL SPRINGS, MS, 3905948 income-restricted units of 50 total24 3BR, 24 4BR+Built 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041CEDAR BEND APTS
3017 GEORGETOWN ST, HAZLEHURST, MS, 3908348 income-restricted units8 1BR, 40 2BRBuilt 19989% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028HAZLEHURST MANOR
523 LAKE ST, HAZLEHURST, MS, 3908332 income-restricted units24 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 19929% LIHTCCompliance through ~2022OAK RIDGE APTS
125 THOMAS CIR, CRYSTAL SPRINGS, MS, 3905940 income-restricted units24 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 19929% 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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