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Housing Authority of Hopkinsville

Name: Housing Authority of Hopkinsville
Address: 400 N Elm St, Hopkinsville, KY, 42240, US
Telephone: 2708874275

400 N Elm St, Hopkinsville, KY, 42240

Information verified September 5, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 14 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of Hopkinsville operates 715 units of public housing in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed. The authority provides affordable rental housing options to eligible residents in Christian County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened December 5, 2018

Apply: Multiple

Preferences include residency in Christian County, elderly or disabled status, employment, or being displaced; declining two invitations will purge the application from the waitlist.

Last verified July 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened November 29, 2018

Closed December 29, 2018

During the last opening, preferences included residency in Christian County, elderly, disabled, employed, or displaced due to natural disaster, government action, or domestic violence.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 5, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

715

Fair Market Rent - Christian County, KY

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$887
1 Bedroom	$970
2 Bedroom	$1,246
3 Bedroom	$1,750
4 Bedroom	$2,114

Income Limits - Christian County, KY

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $13,300
Very Low (50%): $22,200
Low (80%): $35,500

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $25,400
Low (80%): $40,600

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $28,550
Low (80%): $45,650

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $31,700
Low (80%): $50,700

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $34,250
Low (80%): $54,800

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $36,800
Low (80%): $58,850

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $39,350
Very Low (50%): $39,350
Low (80%): $62,900

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $41,850
Very Low (50%): $41,850
Low (80%): $66,950

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$13,300	$22,200	$35,500
2 Persons	$17,420	$25,400	$40,600
3 Persons	$21,960	$28,550	$45,650
4 Persons	$26,500	$31,700	$50,700
5 Persons	$31,040	$34,250	$54,800
6 Persons	$35,580	$36,800	$58,850
7 Persons	$39,350	$39,350	$62,900
8 Persons	$41,850	$41,850	$66,950

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Hopkinsville, KY?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Christian County, KY is: $887 (Studio), $970 (1BR), $1246 (2BR), $1750 (3BR), $2114 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of Hopkinsville is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of Hopkinsville have?+

Housing Authority of Hopkinsville has a total of 715 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of Hopkinsville?+

Housing Authority of Hopkinsville is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 2708874275, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Christian County, KY?+

For a 4-person household in Christian County, KY, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $31,700, Low Income (80% AMI): $50,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of Hopkinsville?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

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