Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Hinds County, Mississippi
Hinds County has a HUD fair market rent of $1,289 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $1,061 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $24.79 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,289
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 19% more than in Mississippi
- Typical rent
- $1,061
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 11% more than in Mississippi
- Wage needed
- $24.79
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $51,560 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 58%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 13% more than in Mississippi
Only here
Renting in Hinds County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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Among the neighboring counties, Claiborne County has the lowest typical rent ($660), 38% below the $1,061 in Hinds County.
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Hinds County has the 8th lowest homeownership rate of the 82 counties in Mississippi (58%).
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Hinds County has the 8th highest typical rent of the 81 counties in Mississippi with this figure ($1,061).
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Hinds County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in Hinds County was $1,286 a month in September 2026: 4.2% more than 12 months ago. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,099 | $21.13 | $43,960 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,105 | $21.25 | $44,200 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,289 | $24.79 | $51,560 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,536 | $29.54 | $61,440 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,694 | $32.58 | $67,760 |
HUD area: Jackson, MS HUD Metro FMR Area. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 22 ZIP codes in Hinds County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $910 in 39041 to $1,600 in 39272. 8 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($1,289).
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 39041 | Jackson, MS | $770 | $780 | $910 | $1,080 | $1,190 |
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| 39056 | Jackson, MS | $1,150 | $1,160 | $1,350 | $1,610 | $1,770 |
| 39058 | Jackson, MS | $1,150 | $1,160 | $1,350 | $1,610 | $1,770 |
| 39066 | Jackson, MS | $880 | $880 | $1,030 | $1,230 | $1,350 |
| 39154 | Jackson, MS | $1,020 | $1,020 | $1,200 | $1,440 | $1,590 |
| 39170 | Jackson, MS | $980 | $990 | $1,150 | $1,370 | $1,510 |
| 39175 | Claiborne County, MS | $1,020 | $1,030 | $1,200 | $1,440 | $1,580 |
| 39175 | Jackson, MS | $1,020 | $1,030 | $1,200 | $1,440 | $1,580 |
| 39201 | Jackson, MS | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,580 | $1,880 | $2,080 |
| 39202 | Jackson, MS | $910 | $920 | $1,070 | $1,270 | $1,410 |
| 39203 | Jackson, MS | $770 | $780 | $910 | $1,080 | $1,190 |
| 39204 | Jackson, MS | $930 | $930 | $1,090 | $1,300 | $1,430 |
| 39206 | Jackson, MS | $1,100 | $1,110 | $1,290 | $1,540 | $1,700 |
| 39209 | Jackson, MS | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,170 | $1,390 | $1,540 |
| 39210 | Jackson, MS | $950 | $950 | $1,110 | $1,320 | $1,460 |
| 39211 | Jackson, MS | $1,260 | $1,270 | $1,480 | $1,760 | $1,950 |
| 39212 | Jackson, MS | $1,130 | $1,130 | $1,320 | $1,570 | $1,730 |
| 39213 | Jackson, MS | $820 | $820 | $960 | $1,140 | $1,260 |
| 39216 | Jackson, MS | $1,180 | $1,180 | $1,380 | $1,640 | $1,810 |
| 39217 | Jackson, MS | $820 | $820 | $960 | $1,140 | $1,260 |
| 39269 | Jackson, MS | $1,060 | $1,060 | $1,240 | $1,480 | $1,630 |
| 39272 | Jackson, MS | $1,360 | $1,370 | $1,600 | $1,910 | $2,100 |
- 39041 · Jackson, MS $910$1,080
- 39056 · Jackson, MS $1,350$1,610
- 39058 · Jackson, MS $1,350$1,610
- 39066 · Jackson, MS $1,030$1,230
- 39154 · Jackson, MS $1,200$1,440
- 39170 · Jackson, MS $1,150$1,370
- 39175 · Claiborne County, MS $1,200$1,440
- 39175 · Jackson, MS $1,200$1,440
- 39201 · Jackson, MS $1,580$1,880
- 39202 · Jackson, MS $1,070$1,270
- 39203 · Jackson, MS $910$1,080
- 39204 · Jackson, MS $1,090$1,300
- 39206 · Jackson, MS $1,290$1,540
- 39209 · Jackson, MS $1,170$1,390
- 39210 · Jackson, MS $1,110$1,320
- 39211 · Jackson, MS $1,480$1,760
- 39212 · Jackson, MS $1,320$1,570
- 39213 · Jackson, MS $960$1,140
- 39216 · Jackson, MS $1,380$1,640
- 39217 · Jackson, MS $960$1,140
- 39269 · Jackson, MS $1,240$1,480
- 39272 · Jackson, MS $1,600$1,910
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Hinds County, 58% of renter households are in that position; in Mississippi, 51%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
58%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
37,315 households rent in Hinds County
- Spend half or more of their income 30%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 28%
- Spend less than 30% 42%
Compared with the state and the country
- Hinds 58%
- Mississippi 51%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Hinds County
HUD lists 130 properties with homes for low-income households in Hinds County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 103
- HUD-assisted
- 36
- public housing
- 2
8,819 homes in all; 8,622 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Westgate Hills Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3175 Robinson St, Jackson 39209 296 low-income homes · 1 bd: 104 · 2 bd: 136 · 3 bd: 56 · In service since 1993
- Windsor Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 5425 Clinton Blvd, Jackson 39209 279 homes, 277 low-income · 1 bd: 96 · 2 bd: 171 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 1999 · For people with disabilities
- The Village Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 386 Raymond Rd, Jackson 39204 264 low-income homes · 1 bd: 15 · 2 bd: 211 · 3 bd: 24 · 4 bd: 14 · In service since 2008 · For families · (601) 373-4762
- Grove Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 150 Woodway Dr, Jackson 39206 256 homes, 253 low-income · 1 bd: 68 · 2 bd: 104 · 3 bd: 40 · 4 bd: 44 · In service since 2008
- Elton Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 301 Elton Park Dr, Jackson 39212 216 homes, 212 low-income · 1 bd: 32 · 2 bd: 112 · 3 bd: 72 · In service since 2000 · For families
- Commonwealth Village HUD-assisted 3922 Skyview Dr, Jackson 39213 200 low-income homes · For families · (601) 362-9818
- Commonwealth Village Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3930 Skyview Dr, Jackson 39213 200 low-income homes · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 80 · 3 bd: 80 · 4 bd: 20 · In service since 2009
- Westwick Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 349 N Flag Chapel Rd, Jackson 39209 200 low-income homes · 1 bd: 32 · 2 bd: 112 · 3 bd: 48 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 2020 · For families
- Woodlands Tax credit (LIHTC) 2119 Woodland Way, Jackson 39209 200 homes, 197 low-income · 1 bd: 48 · 2 bd: 76 · 3 bd: 76 · In service since 2000 · For families
- Forrest Hill Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 2061 Gaites Ln, Jackson 39212 167 low-income homes · 3 bd: 84 · 4 bd: 83 · In service since 2009 · For people with disabilities
- Pine Ridge Gardens Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 200 Rebel Woods Dr, Jackson 39212 161 low-income homes · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 48 · 3 bd: 40 · 4 bd: 48 · In service since 1997 · For families · (601) 373-2527
- Arbor Park I Tax credit (LIHTC) 5551 Shaw Rd, Jackson 39209 160 homes, 158 low-income · 1 bd: 32 · 2 bd: 80 · 3 bd: 48 · In service since 1998 · For people with disabilities, families
- Magnolia Towers Tax credit (LIHTC) 809 N State St, Jackson 39202 157 homes, 156 low-income · Studio: 35 · 1 bd: 102 · 2 bd: 19 · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 2008 · For older adults
- Cedar Grove Tax credit (LIHTC) 2328 Timber Falls Dr, Jackson 39212 155 homes, 152 low-income · 3 bd: 77 · 4 bd: 75 · In service since 2009 · For people with disabilities, families
- Highland Park Aparments Tax credit (LIHTC) 492 E Beasley Rd, Jackson 39206 152 homes, 151 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 56 · 3 bd: 80 · In service since 2003 · For families
- Bristol Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 791 W County Line Rd, Jackson 39213 152 homes, 150 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 56 · 3 bd: 80 · In service since 2002
- Madonna Manor Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 550 Houston Ave, Jackson 39209 149 low-income homes · Studio: 2 · 1 bd: 147 · In service since 2008 · For older adults · (601) 353-0611
- Chapelridge of Jackson Tax credit (LIHTC) 1636 Raymond Rd, Jackson 39204 144 low-income homes · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 72 · 3 bd: 48 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 2005 · For families
- Lakeland Senior Apartments HUD-assisted 848 Lakeland Dr, Jackson 39216 129 homes, 128 low-income · For older adults · (601) 981-8600
- Southwest Village Apts HUD-assisted 3340 Harley St, Jackson 39209 128 low-income homes · For families · (601) 354-4096
- Avalon Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 791 W County Line Rd, Jackson 39213 128 homes, 127 low-income · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 72 · 3 bd: 32 · In service since 2008 · For families
- Forest Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1651 Forest Ave, Jackson 39213 120 low-income homes · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 44 · 3 bd: 40 · 4 bd: 12 · In service since 2003 · For older adults, families · (601) 366-9217
- Magnolia Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1240 Lawnview Pl, Jackson 39203 120 low-income homes · 1 bd: 52 · 2 bd: 68 · In service since 2008
- Northwood Village Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 4850 Watkins Dr, Jackson 39206 120 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 100 · 3 bd: 8 · In service since 2015 · For families · (601) 362-2621
- Sunset Plaza Apartments HUD-assisted 3540 Sunset Dr, Jackson 39213 120 low-income homes · For families · (601) 362-7855
- Waverly Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 210 Briarwood Dr, Jackson 39206 120 homes, 119 low-income · 1 bd: 36 · 2 bd: 48 · 3 bd: 36 · In service since 2006 · For families
- Willow Point Apts II Tax credit (LIHTC) 755 Glencross Dr, Jackson 39206 120 homes, 119 low-income · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 64 · 3 bd: 32 · In service since 1996 · For families
- Willow Point Apts III Tax credit (LIHTC) 759 Glencross Dr, Jackson 39206 120 homes, 119 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 72 · 3 bd: 32 · In service since 1998 · For people with disabilities
- Willow Point I Tax credit (LIHTC) 751 Glencross Dr, Jackson 39206 120 homes, 118 low-income · 2 bd: 88 · 3 bd: 32 · In service since 1995 · For families
- Westwick Apartments I HUD-assisted 348 N Flag Chapel Rd, Jackson 39209 120 homes, 116 low-income · For families · (601) 922-8247
- Wood Village Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1253 Wood Village Dr, Jackson 39204 116 homes, 108 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 52 · 3 bd: 40 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 1997 · For families · (601) 354-1989
- Delhaven Manor Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 3590 Albermarle Rd, Jackson 39213 104 low-income homes · 1 bd: 98 · 2 bd: 6 · In service since 2012 · For older adults · (601) 366-1466
- Federation Towers, Clinton HUD-assisted 301 W Northside Drive, Clinton 39056 100 low-income homes · For older adults · (601) 924-2467
- Lakeview Manor Apts HUD-assisted 2322 Forest Ave, Jackson 39213 100 low-income homes · For families · (601) 362-2493
- Lincoln Garden Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4125 Sunset Dr, Jackson 39213 100 low-income homes · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 44 · 3 bd: 40 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 2011
- Southbrook Gardens Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 345 Daniel Lake Blvd, Jackson 39212 100 homes, 99 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 64 · 3 bd: 28 · In service since 2005 · For families · (601) 373-3231
- North Hills Apartments HUD-assisted 6125 Brown St, Jackson 39213 96 low-income homes · For families · (601) 956-9974
- Cameron Park Apts I Tax credit (LIHTC) 3856 Noble St, Jackson 39209 96 homes, 95 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 36 · 3 bd: 48 · In service since 2005
- Covington Park Apts I Tax credit (LIHTC) 100 Covington Park Dr, Jackson 39212 96 homes, 95 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 32 · 3 bd: 48 · In service since 2006 · For families
- Chalet Village Phase II Tax credit (LIHTC) 530 Hiawatha St, Jackson 39204 116 homes, 94 low-income · 1 bd: 116 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 1989 · For families
- Hallmark Gardens Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 987 E Northside Dr, Jackson 39206 96 homes, 94 low-income · 1 bd: 26 · 2 bd: 46 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2009
- Meadow Ridge Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 230 Beasley Rd, Jackson 39206 90 low-income homes · 1 bd: 45 · 2 bd: 45 · In service since 1999 · For older adults
- Pines Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 5026 Watkins Dr, Jackson 39206 84 low-income homes · 1 bd: 17 · 2 bd: 50 · 3 bd: 17 · In service since 1994
- Park Springs Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 5610 Shaw Rd, Jackson 39209 84 homes, 83 low-income · 1 bd: 14 · 2 bd: 26 · 3 bd: 44 · In service since 2004 · For families
- Highland View Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1521 W Highland Dr, Jackson 39204 80 low-income homes · 1 bd: 72 · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 1997 · For older adults, people with disabilities · (601) 353-0400
- Valley Park Subdivision Phase I Tax credit (LIHTC) 940 Valley Park Dr, Jackson 39212 80 homes, 79 low-income · 3 bd: 60 · 4 bd: 20 · In service since 2007 · For families
- Westwick Apartments II HUD-assisted 348 N Flag Chapel Rd, Jackson 39209 80 homes, 75 low-income · For families · (601) 922-8247
- Berwood Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1390 Forest Ave, Jackson 39213 73 low-income homes · For families · (601) 362-7889
- Azalea Christian Manor HUD-assisted 439 W Northside Dr, Jackson 39206 72 low-income homes · For older adults · (601) 366-0723
- Blossom Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3100 Woodbine St, Jackson 39212 72 low-income homes · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 40 · In service since 2005
- Cameron Park Apts II Tax credit (LIHTC) 3856 Noble St, Jackson 39209 72 homes, 71 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 36 · In service since 2005 · For families
- Horizon Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2240 TV Rd, Jackson 39209 64 homes, 63 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 16 · 3 bd: 40 · In service since 2005
- LeFLEUR HAVEN HUD-assisted 161 Briarwood Dr, Jackson 39206 64 homes, 63 low-income · For older adults · (601) 899-5916
- Windsong Apartments HUD-assisted 1789 Raymond Rd, Jackson 39204 64 homes, 63 low-income · For older adults · (601) 372-2528
- Covington Park Apts II Tax credit (LIHTC) 120 Shands ST, Jackson 39212 60 low-income homes · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 30 · In service since 2006 · For families
- Southpointe Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 1155 Joanne St, Jackson 39204 60 low-income homes · 1 bd: 36 · 2 bd: 24 · In service since 2020
- Holly Hill Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4555 Holly Dr, Jackson 39206 60 homes, 59 low-income · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 20 · In service since 2011 · For families
- Jackson Manor Apartments HUD-assisted 332 Josanna St, Jackson 39202 60 homes, 59 low-income · For older adults · (601) 355-9936
- Jackson Run HUD-assisted 5620 Shaw Rd, Jackson 39209 59 low-income homes · For older adults · (601) 923-3200
- Apple Manor Apts HUD-assisted 1160 Joanne St, Jackson 39204 68 homes, 56 low-income · For older adults · (601) 371-2724
- Arbor Park II Tax credit (LIHTC) 5551 Shaw Rd, Jackson 39209 56 homes, 55 low-income · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 1998 · For people with disabilities
- Park Wind Apts Phase I Tax credit (LIHTC) 5501 Highway 80 W, Jackson 39209 56 homes, 55 low-income · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 1999
- Alexander Waites Elderly Housing HUD-assisted 4435 Medgar Evers Blvd, Jackson 39213 50 low-income homes · For older adults · (601) 364-5107
- The Rose of Jackson Phase I Tax credit (LIHTC) 3855 Yarbro ST, Jackson 39204 50 low-income homes · 1 bd: 45 · 2 bd: 5 · In service since 2011 · For older adults
- Ncba Estates of Jackson HUD-assisted 811 Forest Ave, Jackson 39206 49 low-income homes · For older adults · (601) 981-8059
- Clinton Heights Tax credit (LIHTC) 3000 W Northside Dr, Clinton 39056 48 low-income homes · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 8 · In service since 1993 · For families
- Shaw Estates Tax credit (LIHTC) 207 Paco Way, Jackson 39209 48 low-income homes · 3 bd: 23 · 4 bd: 25 · In service since 2008 · For families
- Taylor Court Tax credit (LIHTC) 301 Taylor St, Jackson 39216 48 low-income homes · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 26 · 3 bd: 14 · In service since 2015 · For people with disabilities, families
- Cade Courtyard Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1035 W Mayes St, Jackson 39213 41 low-income homes · 1 bd: 39 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 2012 · For older adults
- Garden Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 520 Clinton St, Raymond 39154 40 low-income homes · 2 bd: 40 · In service since 1994 · For families
- Walter Vinson Memorial Apartments HUD-assisted 41 L C Turner Cir, Bolton 39041 40 low-income homes · For families · (601) 866-2125
- Willow Point Apts I Tax credit (LIHTC) 755 Glencross Dr, Jackson 39206 40 low-income homes · 2 bd: 40 · In service since 1999 · For older adults
- Keystone Estates II Tax credit (LIHTC) 650 Agape Dr, Jackson 39209 38 low-income homes · 3 bd: 38 · In service since 2015 · For people with disabilities, families
- Pinehurst Park Subdivision Tax credit (LIHTC) 126 Clear Creek Cir, Jackson 39209 37 low-income homes · 3 bd: 37 · In service since 2012 · For families
- Amber Heights Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 304 Ashcot Cir, Edwards 39066 37 homes, 36 low-income · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 6 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 2019 · For families · (601) 824-2400
- Pinehurst Park Townhouses Tax credit (LIHTC) 111 Witchita Dr, Jackson 39209 34 low-income homes · 3 bd: 11 · 4 bd: 23 · In service since 2012
- Ridgeway Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1142 Raymond Rd, Jackson 39204 32 low-income homes · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 24 · In service since 2008
- Chapel Estates Tax credit (LIHTC) 140 Chapel Dr, Jackson 39209 30 low-income homes · 4 bd: 30 · In service since 2007
- Keystone Estates Tax credit (LIHTC) 555 Magnolia St, Jackson 39203 30 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 3 bd: 29 · In service since 2015 · For people with disabilities, families
- Mosley Manor Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3811 Mosley Ave, Jackson 39206 26 low-income homes · 2 bd: 26 · In service since 1994
- Colonial Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 3300 Mable St, Jackson 39209 29 homes, 24 low-income · 2 bd: 29 · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1988 · For families
- Bloom Street Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 515 Bloom St, Jackson 39202 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 16 · In service since 1987 · For families
- Brandon Arms Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1101 Highway 467, Edwards 39066 24 low-income homes · 2 bd: 8 · 3 bd: 12 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 1991 · For people with disabilities, families
- Park Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 2622 W Capitol St, Jackson 39209 24 low-income homes · 2 bd: 24 · In service since 1989 · For families
- Saint Marks Villa Apartments HUD-assisted 917 W Pearl St, Jackson 39203 24 low-income homes · For older adults · (601) 352-7949
- Sandstone Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 607 Wallace Dr, Edwards 39066 24 low-income homes · 2 bd: 24 · In service since 1987 · For families
- Terry Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 510 Morgan Dr, Terry 39170 24 low-income homes · 2 bd: 24 · In service since 1994 · For families
- Midtown Public housing 1955 N Lamar St, Jackson 39202 22 low-income homes · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Jackson · Average payment: $476 a month · Average wait: 121 months · Homes at several sites · (601) 362-0885
- Boston Court Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 275 Manship St, Jackson 39202 21 homes, 20 low-income · 1 bd: 14 · 2 bd: 3 · 3 bd: 4 · In service since 1997 · For people with disabilities, families
- Chapel Estates Phase II Tax credit (LIHTC) 147 Claude Dr, Jackson 39209 20 low-income homes · 4 bd: 20 · In service since 2007
- Saint Marks Villa II Apartments HUD-assisted 917 W Pearl St, Jackson 39203 20 low-income homes · For older adults · (601) 352-7949
- Timberlawn Place HUD-assisted 170 Timberlawn Rd, Jackson 39212 20 homes, 19 low-income · For older adults · (601) 923-8655
- Lake Serenity View HUD-assisted Cooper Road, Jackson 39212 19 low-income homes · For older adults · (601) 346-5100
- Webb Park Apartments HUD-assisted 334 Josanna St, Jackson 39202 18 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (601) 355-6520
- Purdy Apts I Tax credit (LIHTC) 320 Oak St, Jackson 39203 16 low-income homes · 3 bd: 4 · In service since 1988 · For families
- Willowood Alternative Living, Inc. HUD-assisted 350 Woodstone Rd, Clinton 39056 14 homes, 12 low-income · For people with disabilities · (601) 366-0123
- Golden Key Public housing 1217 N Blair St, Jackson 39202 12 low-income homes · Run by The Housing Authority of the City of Jackson · (601) 362-0885
- North Willows HUD-assisted 168 Fernwood Dr, Jackson 39206 11 homes, 10 low-income · For people with disabilities · (601) 956-1207
- French Apts(refer 88-62) Tax credit (LIHTC) 4470 French Dr, Jackson 39209 8 low-income homes · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 1989 · For families
- Inspec-Demo Tax credit (LIHTC) 45 Main Street, Jackson 39213 6 low-income homes · 2 bd: 6 · In service since 2016
- Smith Robinson Project Tax credit (LIHTC) 2935 Smith Robinson St, Jackson 39213 6 low-income homes · 2 bd: 6 · In service since 1987 · For older adults
- Washington House Tax credit (LIHTC) 6710 George Washington Dr, Jackson 39213 5 low-income homes · 3 bd: 5 · In service since 1988 · For families
- Willow Point Tax credit (LIHTC) 6314 Quail Lake Dr, Jackson 39206 5 low-income homes · 4 bd: 5 · In service since 1996 · For families
- 255 South Prentiss Street Tax credit (LIHTC) 255 S Prentiss St, Jackson 39203 4 low-income homes · In service since 1988 · For families
- DMD Enterprises Tax credit (LIHTC) 213 N Denver St, Jackson 39209 4 low-income homes · 3 bd: 4 · In service since 1988 · For families
- Holmes Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2615 Holmes Ave, Jackson 39213 4 low-income homes · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 1989 · For families
- Livingston Place Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3366 Livingston Rd, Jackson 39213 4 low-income homes · 3 bd: 4 · In service since 1987 · For families
- Livingston Road Project Tax credit (LIHTC) 3362 Livingston Rd, Jackson 39213 4 low-income homes · 3 bd: 4 · In service since 1988 · For families
- Remembrance Place Apt A Tax credit (LIHTC) 4345 W Capitol St, Jackson 39209 4 low-income homes · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 1988 · For families
- Remembrance Place Apt B Tax credit (LIHTC) 4345 W Capitol St, Jackson 39209 4 low-income homes · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 1988 · For families
- Remembrance Place Apt C Tax credit (LIHTC) 4345 W Capitol St, Jackson 39209 4 low-income homes · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 1988 · For families
- Ridge Creek Apts B Tax credit (LIHTC) 970 Dixon Rd, Jackson 39209 4 low-income homes · 3 bd: 4 · In service since 1989 · For families
- C & J Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 916 Inge St, Jackson 39203 4 homes, 3 low-income · 3 bd: 4 · In service since 1988 · For families
- Chelsea Apts II Tax credit (LIHTC) 656 Chelsea Dr, Jackson 39212 4 homes, 2 low-income · 3 bd: 4 · In service since 1989 · For families
- James Hill Project Tax credit (LIHTC) 3257 James Hill St, Jackson 39213 4 homes, 2 low-income · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 1987 · For families
- 805 Collier Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 805 Collier Ave, Jackson 39213 2 low-income homes · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 1992
- 902 Eminence Row\wonsley Project Tax credit (LIHTC) 902 Eminence Row, Jackson 39213 2 low-income homes · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 1989 · For families
- 908 Eminence Row\wonsley Project Tax credit (LIHTC) 908 Eminence Row, Jackson 39213 2 low-income homes · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 1989 · For families
- Thousand Oaks 02 Tax credit (LIHTC) 2109 Thousand Oaks Dr, Jackson 39212 2 low-income homes · In service since 1991
- Thousand Oaks 03 Tax credit (LIHTC) 2109 First Ave, Jackson 39209 2 low-income homes · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 1991
- Thousand Oaks 04 Tax credit (LIHTC) 2112 Thousand Oaks Dr, Jackson 39212 2 low-income homes · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 1992 · For people with disabilities, families
- Thousand Oaks 05 Tax credit (LIHTC) 2108 Thousand Oaks Dr, Jackson 39212 2 low-income homes · In service since 1992
- Thousand Oaks 07 Tax credit (LIHTC) 2118 Thousand Oaks Dr, Jackson 39212 2 low-income homes · In service since 1992
- 336 Sewanee Tax credit (LIHTC) 336 Sewanee Dr, Jackson 39209 1 low-income home · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 1988 · For families
- Wilson Court Tax credit (LIHTC) 1014 Carsley Rd, Jackson 39209 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988 · For families
- Wilson Court Tax credit (LIHTC) 1018 Carsley Rd, Jackson 39209 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988 · For families
- Willow Point (cove Townhomes I) Tax credit (LIHTC) 753 Glencross Dr, Jackson 39206 38 homes
- Keystone Estates I Tax credit (LIHTC) 555 Magnolia St, Jackson 39203 30 homes
- Mobile Street Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) PO Box 16962, Jackson 39236 15 homes · 2 bd: 2 · 4 bd: 13 · In service since 1989 · For families
- S & J Manor Tax credit (LIHTC) 916 Inge St, Jackson 39203 4 homes · In service since 1988
11 properties have two programs at the same address and appear once. Search HUD's map
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Hinds County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 2 agencies serve in Hinds County. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
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| 1 person | $19,200 | $32,000 | $51,200 |
| 2 people | $21,950 | $36,600 | $58,500 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $41,150 | $65,800 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $45,700 | $73,100 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $49,400 | $78,950 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $53,050 | $84,800 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $56,700 | $90,650 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $60,350 | $96,500 |
Area median income: $91,400. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Jackson, MS HUD Metro FMR Area. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $989 – $1,209
- 1 bedroom $995 – $1,216
- 2 bedrooms $1,160 – $1,418
- 3 bedrooms $1,382 – $1,690
- 4 bedrooms $1,525 – $1,863
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
- Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VI Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 5,813 vouchers (601) 373-7040 Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. VI: hjohnson@mrha6.org
- The Housing Authority of the City of Jackson Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 1,123 vouchers · 34 public housing units (601) 362-0885 The Housing Authority of the City of Jackson: jha@jacksonhousing.org
Housing agencies in Mississippi Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in Mississippi
What Mississippi law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- When must they return my deposit?
- 45 days
- Miss. Code Ann. §89-8-21(3)
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 3 days
- Miss. Code Ann. §89-8-13(5)(a)
- How much notice ends a month-to-month rental?
- 30 days
- Miss. Code Ann. §89-8-19(3)
- Repair and deduct from the rentMiss. Code Ann. §89-8-15(1)
Help
Where to get help with rent in Hinds County
These HUD-approved agencies have offices in Hinds County. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Housing Education and Economic Development, Inc.
3405 Medgar Evers Blvd, Jackson · Spanish
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Mortgage delinquency workshops
- and 8 more
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Mississippi Faith Based Coalition for Community Renewal, Inc.
1750 Ellis Ave Ste 205, Jackson
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and financial counseling
- and 6 more
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Voice of Calvary Ministries
531 W. Capitol St., Jackson
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and financial counseling
- and 7 more
Tool
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It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in Hinds County. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.
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Your move
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Cash to move in
$2,578
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $1,289
- Security deposit
- $1,289
- Total
- $2,578
When you'll have it
Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.
What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
- On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
- Never send money for a home you haven't seen or a lease you haven't read.
This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Hinds County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $1,099; 1 bedroom: $1,105; 2 bedrooms: $1,289; 3 bedrooms: $1,536; 4 bedrooms: $1,694. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Hinds County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($1,289) without spending more than 30% of income takes $24.79 an hour full time, or $51,560 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Hinds County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $45,700 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in Hinds County?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $1,160 and $1,418 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Hinds County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $910 in 39041 to $1,600 in 39272. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in Hinds County?
HUD lists 130 properties with homes for low-income households in Hinds County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Hinds County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Hinds County, 58% of renter households are in that position; in Mississippi, 51%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).