How many low income apartments are in Vernon, TX?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Vernon with approximately 412 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Vernon?

Tenant-paid rents in Vernon's assisted buildings typically range from about $324 to $324 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 Vernon?

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 Vernon?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Wilbarger County: about $757/mo for one-bedroom and $993/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Vernon, TX

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Vernon with roughly 412 assisted units — including 0 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $324 to $324 per month. Median reported wait: about 4 months.

assisted properties

412

subsidized units

$324

typical rent

4 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Vernon

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Vernon

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Unnamed Public Housing	216	$324	4 mo
Vernon Pioneer Crossing LIHTC	64	—	—
Red River Senior Village LIHTC	60	—	—
Chisholm Trail Crossing Apts LIHTC	44	—	—
Vernon Manor LIHTC	28	—	—

Public housing developments in Vernon

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	216	$324	4 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Vernon

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
Vernon Pioneer Crossing LIHTC	64	—	—
Red River Senior Village LIHTC	60	—	—
Chisholm Trail Crossing Apts LIHTC	44	—	—
Vernon Manor LIHTC	28	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Wilbarger County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Wilbarger County: studio $752, 1-BR $757, 2-BR $993, 3-BR $1,191, 4-BR $1,512.

Full FMR table for Wilbarger County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Vernon

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.