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Housing Authority of the City of Salem
Salem, Missouri
Last Updated
16 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the City of Salem
Housing Authority of the City of Salem (HUD agency code MO052) is the public housing agency serving Salem, Dent County, Missouri. It administers 90 public housing units.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 3 waiting lists at this agency, covering PBV, Public Housing, HCV. As of Oct 13, 2026, 2 are open and 1 is closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Dent County, MO area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $38,550 per year, and as Low Income at or below $61,700 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 7 status changes at this agency, most recently on Jun 27, 2026.
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Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
This program, known as Bright Meadows, has 60 apartments primarily for the elderly. Eligibility is based on income qualification and passing criminal/credit background checks.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Currently accepting pre-applications for families and senior/disabled households. The PHA establishes a preference for families that include a person with disabilities, and performs criminal and credit background checks.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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 Housing Choice Voucher waitlist is part of the Missouri Section 8 Centralized Waiting List and performs criminal and credit background checks.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Salem 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 Salem
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Salem currently has 2 open waiting lists (Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Salem, 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
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Salem 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 Salem, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Salem manages approximately 90 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Salem. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Salem
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Salem are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Salem. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Salem 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 Salem manages approximately 90 Public Housing units in Salem. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Salem 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 Salem. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Salem?
Housing Authority of the City of Salem Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Salem are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Dent 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 Housing Authority of the City of Salem — including across state lines.