How many low income apartments are in Picayune, MS?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Picayune with approximately 575 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Picayune?

Tenant-paid rents in Picayune's assisted buildings typically range from about $326 to $440 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 Picayune?

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 Picayune?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Pearl River County: about $857/mo for one-bedroom and $949/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Picayune, MS

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Picayune with roughly 575 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 2 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $326 to $440 per month. Median reported wait: about 9 months.

assisted properties

575

subsidized units

$383

typical rent

9 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Picayune

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Picayune

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Mae Williams/george Weems Public Housing	192	$373	9 mo
Grande Oaks Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	136	—	—
The Pines Public Housing	92	$340	9 mo
Blue Spruce Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Picayune Apts Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Elmwood Manor Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Bridgeway Apts I §811	12	$440	—
Picayune Voa Senior Housing, Inc. §202 Senior	12	$326	—
Bridgeway Apts Ii §811	11	$411	—

Section 8 apartments in Picayune (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Grande Oaks Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	136	—	—
Blue Spruce Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Picayune Apts Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Elmwood Manor Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Public housing developments in Picayune

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
Mae Williams/george Weems Public Housing	192	$373	9 mo
The Pines Public Housing	92	$340	9 mo

Voucher rent limits: Pearl River County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Pearl River County: studio $821, 1-BR $857, 2-BR $949, 3-BR $1,315, 4-BR $1,320.

Full FMR table for Pearl River County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Picayune

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.