Lauderdale 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 | $781/mo | $703 – $859/mo |
| 1 BR | $812/mo | $731 – $893/mo |
| 2 BR | $906/mo | $815 – $997/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,204/mo | $1,084 – $1,324/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,265/mo | $1,139 – $1,392/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Lauderdale County, MS (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Lauderdale County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Lauderdale County
- The Housing Authority of the City of Meridian
2425 E St, Meridian, MS, 39301 · 6016934285
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Lauderdale 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 | $28,750 |
| 2 people | $32,800 |
| 3 people | $36,950 |
| 4 people | $41,050 |
| 5 people | $44,350 |
| 6 people | $47,650 |
| 7 people | $50,950 |
| 8 people | $54,200 |
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 Lauderdale 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.
DEVILLE MANOR APARTMENTS
1914 11TH STREET, MERIDIAN, MS, 39301-0000103 income-restricted units of 104 total92 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20189% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048CEDAR BEND APARTMENTS
7100 OLD HIGHWAY 80 WEST, MERIDIAN, MS, 39307-000031 income-restricted units of 32 total8 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20164% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046MARION ROAD APARTMENTS II
2428 OLD MARION ROAD, MERIDIAN, MS, 39301-0000105 income-restricted units of 106 total34 1BR, 32 2BR, 8 4BR+Built 20154% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045- Elderly
FAIRFIELD PARK ESTATES
6312 43RD CT, MERIDIAN, MS, 3930727 income-restricted units27 3BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041 FRANK BERRY COURTS
920 42ND AVE, MERIDIAN, MS, 39307113 income-restricted units37 1BR, 53 2BR, 23 3BRBuilt 20119% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041- Elderly
CAROUSEL PLACE
4610 VALLY ST, MERIDIAN, MS, 39307130 income-restricted units22 1BR, 58 2BR, 50 3BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038 - Elderly
AZALEA PARK APTS PHASE III
803 29TH ST, MERIDIAN, MS, 3930540 income-restricted units16 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037 - Elderly
J T DAVIS COURTS
3916 PAULDING ST, MERIDIAN, MS, 3930772 income-restricted units14 1BR, 37 2BR, 21 3BRBuilt 20079% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037 - Elderly
AZALEA PARK APTS PHASE I
803 29TH ST, MERIDIAN, MS, 3930595 income-restricted units of 96 total16 1BR, 32 2BR, 48 3BRBuilt 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036 - Elderly
AZALEA PARK APTS PHASE II
803 29TH ST, MERIDIAN, MS, 3930540 income-restricted units16 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036 - Elderly
NORTH RIDGE APTS
4550 35TH AVE, MERIDIAN, MS, 3930547 income-restricted units of 48 total36 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035 LAUDERDALE APTS
421 WILLOW RIDGE DR, MERIDIAN, MS, 3930147 income-restricted units of 48 total12 1BR, 36 2BRBuilt 19994% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029
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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