Pontotoc 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 | $643/mo | $579 – $707/mo |
| 1 BR | $850/mo | $765 – $935/mo |
| 2 BR | $932/mo | $839 – $1,025/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,142/mo | $1,028 – $1,256/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,484/mo | $1,336 – $1,632/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Pontotoc County, MS (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Pontotoc County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Pontotoc County
- The Housing Authority of the City of Pontotoc
206 Hud St, Pontotoc, MS, 38863 · 6624891312
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Pontotoc 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 Pontotoc 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.
PONTOTOC SENIOR APARTMENTS
264 LAKESHORE DRIVE, PONTOTOC, MS, 38863-000047 income-restricted units of 48 total24 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20219% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051CHERRY CREEK
2077 HWY 345, PONTOTOC, MS, 38863-000048 income-restricted units48 3BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050GROVE APTS
411 W REYNOLDS ST, PONTOTOC, MS, 3886330 income-restricted units of 32 total32 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031PONTOTOC PARK APTS
180 HUD ST, PONTOTOC, MS, 3886336 income-restricted units31 1BR, 5 2BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024ECRU ESTATES
163 CEDAR RIDGE DR, ECRU, MS, 3884123 income-restricted units of 24 total4 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 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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