How many low income apartments are in Wadley, GA?

HUD administrative data tracks 3 subsidized properties in Wadley with approximately 167 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Wadley?

Tenant-paid rents in Wadley's assisted buildings typically range from about $351 to $351 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 Wadley?

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 Wadley?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Jefferson County: about $793/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 Wadley, GA

There are 3 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Wadley with roughly 167 assisted units — including 1 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 $351 to $351 per month. Median reported wait: about 14 months.

assisted properties

167

subsidized units

$351

typical rent

14 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Wadley

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Wadley

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Waynesboro Ha Public Housing	112	$351	14 mo
Forest View Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	37	—	—
Laurel Village LIHTC	18	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Wadley (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
Forest View Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	37	—	—

Public housing developments in Wadley

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
Waynesboro Ha Public Housing	112	$351	14 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Wadley

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
Laurel Village LIHTC	18	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Jefferson County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Jefferson County: studio $788, 1-BR $793, 2-BR $973, 3-BR $1,167, 4-BR $1,452.

Full FMR table for Jefferson County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Wadley

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.