Jackson 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 | $929/mo | $836 – $1,022/mo |
| 1 BR | $951/mo | $856 – $1,046/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,067/mo | $960 – $1,174/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,448/mo | $1,303 – $1,593/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,762/mo | $1,586 – $1,938/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Jackson County, MS (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Jackson County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Finding the housing authority
We don't have a housing authority on file for Jackson County yet. Use the Housing Authority Finder with a local ZIP code to locate the agency that administers vouchers here.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Jackson 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 | $30,400 |
| 2 people | $34,750 |
| 3 people | $39,100 |
| 4 people | $43,400 |
| 5 people | $46,900 |
| 6 people | $50,350 |
| 7 people | $53,850 |
| 8 people | $57,300 |
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 Jackson 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.
SIOUX BAYOU ARMS
1901 MARTIN BLUFF ROAD, GAUTIER, MS, 39553-000046 income-restricted units24 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20244% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054- Elderly
ESCATAWPA VILLAGE APARTMENTS
8603 HWY 613, MOSS POINT, MS, 39581-000031 income-restricted units8 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20199% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049 BAYSIDE VILLAGE
2903 PASCAGOULA ST, PASCAGOULA, MS, 3956757 income-restricted units5 studio, 46 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041- Elderly
BRIGDEWATER PARK APTS
14104 BIG RIDGE RD, BILOXI, MS, 39532197 income-restricted units of 198 total48 1BR, 90 2BR, 60 3BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039 HIGHLAND SPRINGS APTS
8100 SEAMAN RD, OCEAN SPRINGS, MS, 3956595 income-restricted units of 96 total12 1BR, 48 2BR, 36 3BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039LEXINGTON PARK APTS
7350 TUCKER RD, OCEAN SPRINGS, MS, 39564119 income-restricted units of 120 total12 1BR, 48 2BR, 60 3BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039MORRISON VILLAGE APTS
2503 OLD MOBILE AVE, PASCAGOULA, MS, 39567119 income-restricted units of 120 total48 1BR, 72 2BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039OCEAN ESTATES II
3319 BREAKWATER DR, OCEAN SPRINGS, MS, 39564120 income-restricted units120 3BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039TAYLOR HEIGHTS APTS
2313 OLD MOBILE AVE, PASCAGOULA, MS, 3956786 income-restricted units of 144 total24 1BR, 72 2BR, 48 3BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039COLONNADES
4901 REILLY RD, OCEAN SPRINGS, MS, 3956455 income-restricted units of 56 total56 2BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039- Elderly
BAYOU VILLAGE APTS
1919 MARTIN BLUFF RD, GAUTIER, MS, 39553127 income-restricted units of 128 total96 2BR, 32 3BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038 - Elderly
BARTLETT BAYOU APTS
2718 BARTLETT AVE, PASCAGOULA, MS, 3956748 income-restricted units20 2BR, 28 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036 EDENWOOD APTS
2403 EDEN ST, PASCAGOULA, MS, 3958153 income-restricted units24 2BR, 28 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034- Elderly
CAMBRIDGE PARK APTS
3414 SHORTCUT RD, PASCAGOULA, MS, 39581198 income-restricted units of 200 total32 1BR, 111 2BR, 57 3BRBuilt 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033 SIOUX BAYOU ARMS
1901 MARTIN BLUFF RD, GAUTIER, MS, 3955346 income-restricted units of 48 total24 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031MAGNOLIA PLACE APTS
3501 HWY 90, GAUTIER, MS, 3955339 income-restricted units of 40 total20 1BR, 10 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027ESCATAWAPA VILLAGE APTS
8603 HWY 613, MOSS POINT, MS, 3956231 income-restricted units of 32 total8 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 19964% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026BROOKS MANOR
3401 BROOKS ST, PASCAGOULA, MS, 3956738 income-restricted units38 2BRBuilt 19924% 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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