How many low income apartments are in West Plains, MO?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in West Plains with approximately 514 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in West Plains?

Tenant-paid rents in West Plains's assisted buildings typically range from about $293 to $380 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 West Plains?

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 West Plains?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Howell County: about $677/mo for one-bedroom and $888/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in West Plains, MO

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in West Plains with roughly 514 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 2 public housing developments, and 7 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $293 to $380 per month. Median reported wait: about 6 months.

assisted properties

514

subsidized units

$337

typical rent

6 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in West Plains

Complete directory of subsidized housing in West Plains

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Crestwood Family Circle+ Public Housing	169	$333	7 mo
Crestwood Family Circle+ Public Housing	101	$380	5 mo
Garner Villas LIHTC	48	—	—
Plainview Estates LIHTC	40	—	—
Webster Groves, Phase Ii LIHTC	40	—	—
Courtyard Estates LIHTCPB Section 8	34	—	—
West Plains Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	32	$293	—
Webster Groves LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
Seminole Apts LIHTC	20	—	—

Section 8 apartments in West Plains (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
Courtyard Estates LIHTCPB Section 8	34	—	—
West Plains Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	32	$293	—
Webster Groves LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—

Public housing developments in West Plains

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
Crestwood Family Circle+ Public Housing	169	$333	7 mo
Crestwood Family Circle+ Public Housing	101	$380	5 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in West Plains

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
Garner Villas LIHTC	48	—	—
Plainview Estates LIHTC	40	—	—
Webster Groves, Phase Ii LIHTC	40	—	—
Seminole Apts LIHTC	20	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Howell County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Howell County: studio $612, 1-BR $677, 2-BR $888, 3-BR $1,224, 4-BR $1,490.

Full FMR table for Howell County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in West Plains

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.