About This Property
Higginsville Housing Authority operates 76 units of public housing in Higginsville, Missouri. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed. The housing authority serves residents in Lafayette County.
Waitlist Information
The waitlist is open indefinitely for families and senior/disabled households. Applicants can pick up a pre-application in-person at 419 Fairground Ave., Higginsville, MO 64037, Monday-Friday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm CT, then mail or hand-deliver the completed form. Preferences are given to applicants who live, work, or attend school in Higginsville, and declining two invitations will remove an application from the waitlist.
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waitlist is currently open, with eligibility based on income, family size, and citizenship status, generally below 50% of Area Median Income. Applicants should contact the Housing Authority directly. Preferences include living, working, or attending school locally; declining two invitations will remove the application from the waitlist.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 7, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Lafayette County, MO
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $985 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,098 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,258 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,645 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,931 |
Income Limits - Lafayette County, MO
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $18,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,350
- Low (80%)
- $48,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,650
- Low (80%)
- $55,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $23,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,000
- Low (80%)
- $62,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,300
- Low (80%)
- $69,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,800
- Low (80%)
- $74,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $50,250
- Low (80%)
- $80,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $53,700
- Low (80%)
- $85,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $57,200
- Low (80%)
- $91,500
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $18,200 | $30,350 | $48,550 |
| 2 Persons | $20,800 | $34,650 | $55,450 |
| 3 Persons | $23,400 | $39,000 | $62,400 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $43,300 | $69,300 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $46,800 | $74,850 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $50,250 | $80,400 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $53,700 | $85,950 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $57,200 | $91,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Higginsville, MO?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Lafayette County, MO is: $985 (Studio), $1098 (1BR), $1258 (2BR), $1645 (3BR), $1931 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Higginsville Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Higginsville Housing Authority have?+
Higginsville Housing Authority has a total of 76 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Higginsville Housing Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
How do I apply for housing at Higginsville Housing Authority?+
Higginsville Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6605843911, 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 Lafayette County, MO?+
For a 4-person household in Lafayette County, MO, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $43,300, Low Income (80% AMI): $69,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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