Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Washington County, Mississippi
Washington County has a HUD fair market rent of $905 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $833 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $17.40 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $905
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 17% less than in Mississippi
- Typical rent
- $833
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 13% less than in Mississippi
- Wage needed
- $17.40
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $36,200 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 57%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 11% more than in Mississippi
Only here
Renting in Washington County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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Washington County has the highest typical rent in its area: $833, more than any of its 6 neighboring counties; next is Sunflower County ($694).
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18% of households in Washington County have no internet at home, against 12% in Mississippi.
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 Washington 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)
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $722 | $13.88 | $28,880 |
| 1 bedroom | $831 | $15.98 | $33,240 |
| 2 bedrooms | $905 | $17.40 | $36,200 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,253 | $24.10 | $50,120 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,513 | $29.10 | $60,520 |
HUD area: Washington County, MS. 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 14 ZIP codes in Washington County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $910 in 38701 to $1,030 in 38703. 14 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($905).
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)
| 38701 | Washington County, MS | $720 | $830 | $910 | $1,250 | $1,510 |
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| 38703 | Bolivar County, MS | $820 | $940 | $1,030 | $1,430 | $1,720 |
| 38703 | Washington County, MS | $820 | $940 | $1,030 | $1,430 | $1,720 |
| 38722 | Washington County, MS | $720 | $830 | $910 | $1,250 | $1,510 |
| 38723 | Washington County, MS | $720 | $830 | $910 | $1,250 | $1,510 |
| 38731 | Washington County, MS | $670 | $740 | $910 | $1,200 | $1,350 |
| 38744 | Issaquena County, MS | $710 | $790 | $910 | $1,220 | $1,400 |
| 38744 | Washington County, MS | $710 | $790 | $910 | $1,220 | $1,400 |
| 38748 | Sharkey County, MS | $720 | $830 | $910 | $1,250 | $1,510 |
| 38748 | Washington County, MS | $720 | $830 | $910 | $1,250 | $1,510 |
| 38756 | Sunflower County, MS | $720 | $830 | $910 | $1,250 | $1,510 |
| 38756 | Washington County, MS | $720 | $830 | $910 | $1,250 | $1,510 |
| 38760 | Washington County, MS | $720 | $830 | $910 | $1,250 | $1,510 |
| 38776 | Washington County, MS | $730 | $840 | $910 | $1,260 | $1,520 |
- 38701 · Washington County, MS $910$1,250
- 38703 · Bolivar County, MS $1,030$1,430
- 38703 · Washington County, MS $1,030$1,430
- 38722 · Washington County, MS $910$1,250
- 38723 · Washington County, MS $910$1,250
- 38731 · Washington County, MS $910$1,200
- 38744 · Issaquena County, MS $910$1,220
- 38744 · Washington County, MS $910$1,220
- 38748 · Sharkey County, MS $910$1,250
- 38748 · Washington County, MS $910$1,250
- 38756 · Sunflower County, MS $910$1,250
- 38756 · Washington County, MS $910$1,250
- 38760 · Washington County, MS $910$1,250
- 38776 · Washington County, MS $910$1,260
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 Washington County, 57% 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.
57%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
6,812 households rent in Washington County
- Spend half or more of their income 33%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 24%
- Spend less than 30% 43%
Compared with the state and the country
- Washington 57%
- Mississippi 51%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Washington County
HUD lists 20 properties with homes for low-income households in Washington County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC) and HUD-assisted buildings. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 8
- HUD-assisted
- 12
946 homes in all; 942 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Broadway Estates Tax credit (LIHTC) 945 N Broadway St, Greenville 38701 104 low-income homes · 2 bd: 56 · 3 bd: 48 · In service since 2008
- Northland Village Apts HUD-assisted 645/49/53/57 Lacey ST, Greenville 38701 100 low-income homes · For families · (662) 334-4830
- Deer Creek Apts HUD-assisted 128 Stallings St, Leland 38756 90 low-income homes · For families · (662) 686-2528
- George E Lewis Estates HUD-assisted 506 Etta Ln, Greenville 38703 81 low-income homes · For families
- Delta Terrace Apts HUD-assisted 810 S Theobald St, Greenville 38701 76 low-income homes · For older adults · (662) 335-9218
- Delta Towers HUD-assisted 638 Main St, Greenville 38701 72 low-income homes · For older adults · (601) 335-9173
- Riverwalk Apts Phase II Tax credit (LIHTC) 738 W Union St, Greenville 38701 72 low-income homes · 2 bd: 25 · 3 bd: 47 · In service since 2002
- Broadway Estates HUD-assisted 615 Deaton St, Greenville 38701 48 low-income homes · For families · (662) 335-5135
- Metcalfe Gardens Apartments HUD-assisted 102 Moore Drive, Metcalfe 38760 48 low-income homes · For families · (662) 332-9562
- Community Circle Apts. HUD-assisted 801 Rosenwald St, Hollandale 38748 41 low-income homes · For families · (662) 827-5943
- Bannerman Manor Tax credit (LIHTC) 1986 King Evans Dr, Greenville 38703 40 homes, 39 low-income · 2 bd: 16 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 1998 · For people with disabilities, families
- Magnolia Terrace HUD-assisted 840 N Theobald St, Greenville 38701 40 homes, 39 low-income · For older adults · (601) 335-6264
- Bayou Acres HUD-assisted 100 Hollande Drive, Metcalfe 38760 32 low-income homes · For older adults · (662) 627-7884
- Riverwalk Apts Phase I Tax credit (LIHTC) 738 W Union St, Greenville 38701 32 low-income homes · 2 bd: 16 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 2000 · For people with disabilities, families
- Greenville Housing 1 Tax credit (LIHTC) 1010 S Theobald St, Greenville 38701 20 low-income homes · 3 bd: 20 · In service since 1998 · For families
- Villa Elizabeth HUD-assisted 141 N Hinds St, Greenville 38701 16 homes, 15 low-income · For people with disabilities · (601) 334-3081
- Cauley Estates Tax credit (LIHTC) 803 Cauley Cv, Greenville 38703 15 low-income homes · 3 bd: 7 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 1998
- Robertson Residential Center HUD-assisted 553 S Broadway St, Greenville 38701 13 homes, 12 low-income · For people with disabilities · (662) 335-9801
- K R Brantley Project Tax credit (LIHTC) 595 Solomon St, Greenville 38703 4 low-income homes · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 1993
- Hollins-Smith Estates Tax credit (LIHTC) 339 S Theobald St, Greenville 38701 2 low-income homes · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 1993
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 Washington County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 1 agency serves in Washington 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $15,960 | $25,200 | $40,350 |
| 2 people | $21,640 | $28,800 | $46,100 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $32,400 | $51,850 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $36,000 | $57,600 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $38,900 | $62,250 |
| 6 people | $41,800 | $41,800 | $66,850 |
| 7 people | $44,650 | $44,650 | $71,450 |
| 8 people | $47,550 | $47,550 | $76,050 |
Area median income: $56,300. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Washington County, MS. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $650 – $794
- 1 bedroom $748 – $914
- 2 bedrooms $815 – $996
- 3 bedrooms $1,128 – $1,378
- 4 bedrooms $1,362 – $1,664
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
- South Delta Regional Housing Authority Section 8 vouchers · 1,710 vouchers (662) 686-2018 South Delta Regional Housing Authority: plogan@sdrha.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 Washington County
HUD lists no counseling agencies near in Washington County. Free legal aid and your housing agency can guide you.
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Count power on top of the rent: in Mississippi, the average home bill was $155 a month in 2024 (EIA). See electricity and gas costs
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Cash to move in
$1,810
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $905
- Security deposit
- $905
- Total
- $1,810
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 Washington County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $722; 1 bedroom: $831; 2 bedrooms: $905; 3 bedrooms: $1,253; 4 bedrooms: $1,513. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Washington County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($905) without spending more than 30% of income takes $17.40 an hour full time, or $36,200 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Washington County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $36,000 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 Washington 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 $815 and $996 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Washington County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $910 in 38701 to $1,030 in 38703. 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 Washington County?
HUD lists 20 properties with homes for low-income households in Washington County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC) and HUD-assisted buildings. 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 Washington County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Washington County, 57% of renter households are in that position; in Mississippi, 51%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).