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Ripley County Public Housing Agency
Poplar Bluff, Missouri
Last Updated
8 hours ago
About Ripley County Public Housing Agency
The Ripley County Public Housing Agency (PHA Code: MO212) is located in Poplar Bluff, Butler County, Missouri. This agency provides assisted housing options for eligible residents within its service area.
The agency manages approximately 472 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), providing rental assistance to eligible households. They also administer a Public Housing program. Currently, all waiting lists for both the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Public Housing programs are closed to new applicants.
For a family of four, the very low income limit for the Butler County, MO area is $38,550 per year. Potential applicants are advised to check back periodically for updates on waiting list statuses.
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Other Programs
5 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.
Applications for Section 8 rental assistance were accepted from August 3, 2026 to August 7, 2026. Documentation of income and household information is required.
When open, preferences may include veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance for non-elderly persons with disabilities; no active waitlist information currently available.
No active waitlist information currently available.
No active waitlist information currently available.
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Ripley County Public Housing Agency portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 Ripley County Public Housing Agency
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at Ripley County Public Housing Agency 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 Ripley County Public Housing Agency, 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 $38,550/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
Apply directly through the official Ripley County Public Housing Agency portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Ripley County Public Housing Agency, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Ripley County Public Housing Agency manages approximately 472 assisted housing units (472 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Poplar Bluff. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Ripley County Public Housing Agency
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Ripley County Public Housing Agency 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 Poplar Bluff. This program serves approximately 472 households. 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 Ripley County Public Housing Agency are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. 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 Ripley County Public Housing Agency 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 Ripley County Public Housing Agency are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Poplar Bluff. 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 Ripley County Public Housing Agency converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Poplar Bluff maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Ripley County Public Housing Agency Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Ripley County Public Housing Agency are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Butler County, MO. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $38,550. 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 | $16,250 | $27,000 | $43,200 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,850 | $49,400 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,700 | $55,550 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $38,550 | $61,700 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $41,650 | $66,650 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $44,700 | $71,600 |
| 7 Persons | $47,800 | $47,800 | $76,550 |
| 8 Persons | $50,900 | $50,900 | $81,450 |
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 Ripley County Public Housing Agency — including across state lines.