How many low income apartments are in Mexia, TX?

HUD administrative data tracks 3 subsidized properties in Mexia with approximately 245 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Mexia?

Tenant-paid rents in Mexia's assisted buildings typically range from about $446 to $446 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Mexia?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Mexia?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Limestone County: about $742/mo for one-bedroom and $973/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Mexia, TX

There are 3 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Mexia with roughly 245 assisted units — including 0 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $446 to $446 per month. Median reported wait: about 8 months.

assisted properties

245

subsidized units

$446

typical rent

8 mo

median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Mexia

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Unnamed Public Housing	117	$446	8 mo
Mexia Gardens LIHTC	80	—	—
Hillside Apts LIHTC	48	—	—

Public housing developments in Mexia

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Unnamed Public Housing	117	$446	8 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Mexia

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Mexia Gardens LIHTC	80	—	—
Hillside Apts LIHTC	48	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Limestone County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Limestone County: studio $737, 1-BR $742, 2-BR $973, 3-BR $1,231, 4-BR $1,432.

Full FMR table for Limestone County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Mexia

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.