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Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton
Morrilton, Arkansas
Last Updated
10 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton
The Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton, located in Morrilton, Conway County, Arkansas (PHA Code: AR026), manages approximately 206 assisted housing units. This authority administers Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs, and may also offer Rural Development housing assistance.
Currently, the Public Housing program waitlist is open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is closed, and the status of any Rural Development assistance is unknown. Eligibility for programs such as Public Housing typically requires meeting specific income guidelines; for a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in Conway County, AR is $33,550 per year. Applicants should be aware that waitlist statuses can change, as the Public Housing waitlist has recently changed between open and closed.
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Other Programs
6 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.
The waitlist for Section 8 (HCV) is currently closed and has an estimated waiting period of 1.5 years. Eligibility is based on income (generally below 50% of Area Median Income), family size, and citizenship status.
Priority is given to veterans, the elderly, people exiting domestic violence, homeless individuals, those with disabilities, and those with income at or below 50% of the local average income.
No active waitlist information currently available.
No active waitlist information currently available.
No active waitlist information currently available.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton directly 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 Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton, 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 $33,550/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 Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton directly at 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 Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton manages approximately 206 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Morrilton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton 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 Morrilton. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton manages approximately 206 Public Housing units in Morrilton. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Morrilton. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Morrilton maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Rural Development closed
The Rural Development program at Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Morrilton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton?
Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Conway County, AR. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $33,550. 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 | $15,650 | $23,500 | $37,600 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $26,850 | $43,000 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $30,200 | $48,350 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $33,550 | $53,700 |
| 5 Persons | $36,250 | $36,250 | $58,000 |
| 6 Persons | $38,950 | $38,950 | $62,300 |
| 7 Persons | $41,650 | $41,650 | $66,600 |
| 8 Persons | $44,300 | $44,300 | $70,900 |
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 Housing Authority of the City of Morrilton — including across state lines.