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About Mobile County Housing Authority
The Mobile County Housing Authority (PHA Code: AL202) serves residents in Citronelle, Mobile County, Alabama. This authority oversees approximately 148 assisted housing units, which comprise 98 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 50 Public Housing units.
Currently, the Public Housing program is accepting applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is closed to new applicants, and the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program also has a closed waitlist at this time. To qualify, applicants must meet specific income limits; for example, a family of four in the Mobile, AL MSA area is considered Very Low Income with an annual income of $40,750.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Minimum age to qualify is 21 for general programs, 62 for senior housing. Head of household must be 19 or older or an emancipated minor, or married and applying with a spouse who is 19 or older. Local preferences are used to determine waiting list status.
Other Programs
2 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
Applicants must be 19 years of age or older. Local preferences are used to determine waiting list status.
Project-Based Vouchers are tied to specific housing units rather than following the tenant. Landlords or developers partner with the housing authority to reserve units for eligible low-income families. Unlike tenant-based HCV vouchers, PBV assistance stays with the unit if the tenant moves.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Mobile County Housing Authority directly at (251) 866-9696 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Mobile County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Mobile County Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Mobile County Housing Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $40,750/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Contact Mobile County Housing Authority directly at (251) 866-9696 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Mobile County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Mobile County Housing Authority manages approximately 148 assisted housing units (98 Section 8, 50 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Citronelle. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Mobile County Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Mobile County Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Mobile County Housing Authority manages approximately 50 Public Housing units in Citronelle. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Mobile County Housing Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Citronelle. This program serves approximately 98 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Mobile County Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Citronelle. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Mobile County Housing Authority?
Mobile County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Mobile County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Mobile, AL MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $40,750. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,150 | $28,550 | $45,650 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $32,600 | $52,200 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $36,700 | $58,700 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $40,750 | $65,200 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $44,050 | $70,450 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $47,300 | $75,650 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $50,550 | $80,850 |
| 8 Persons | $53,800 | $53,800 | $86,100 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Mobile County Housing Authority — including across state lines.