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Selma Housing Authority
Selma Housing Authority is based in Selma, Dallas County, AL and administers 1,178 Section 8 vouchers and 581 public housing units.
HUD PHA code AL008. Program type: Combined. Households served: 1,220. Occupancy: 69%. ZIP codes served: 10.
Waiting lists
Not published. We have not found a waiting list status on this authority's website. Contact the authority to ask whether its lists are open.
Latest from Selma Housing Authority
- The Selma Housing Authority is with Selma City Schools and Happiness Nutrition 27.The Selma Housing Authority is partnering with Selma City Schools and Happiness Nutrition for a special event related to a high school rivalry game.
- Happy Birthday Kathleen George, Lead Community Coach!The Selma Housing Authority is celebrating the birthday of their Lead Community Coach, Kathleen George.
- Go Back To School In Style!The Selma Housing Authority hosted a back-to-school event providing supplies, haircuts, and food to children.
- Welcome Courtney Sharpe to the Selma Housing Authority Team!The Selma Housing Authority has welcomed Courtney Sharpe as their new HCV Occupancy Specialist.
- Welcome Megan Wright to the Selma Housing Authority Team!The Selma Housing Authority has welcomed Megan Wright as their new Jobs Plus Case Manager.
Fair Market Rent by ZIP code (FY2027)
HUD Fair Market Rent for each ZIP code this authority serves. Each ZIP code links to its own rent page.
| ZIP code | Studio | 1 bedroom | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36701 | $750 | $750 | $980 | $1,350 | $1,360 |
| 36703 | $700 | $710 | $920 | $1,270 | $1,290 |
| 36749 | $710 | $710 | $920 | $1,260 | $1,290 |
| 36758 | $720 | $720 | $930 | $1,250 | $1,330 |
| 36759 | $740 | $750 | $950 | $1,200 | $1,370 |
| 36761 | $760 | $830 | $950 | $1,260 | $1,400 |
| 36767 | $720 | $730 | $950 | $1,310 | $1,310 |
| 36773 | $730 | $740 | $950 | $1,300 | $1,310 |
| 36775 | $830 | $860 | $1,110 | $1,460 | $1,490 |
| 36785 | $750 | $750 | $930 | $1,250 | $1,330 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
Selma Housing Authority
444 Washington St, Selma, AL 36703
Phone: (334) 874-6271
Official website: selmahousing.com
Email updates
About Selma Housing Authority
Overview
The Selma Housing Authority operates 581 public housing units and administers 1,178 Section 8 vouchers, serving a total of 1,220 households. With an occupancy rate of 69%, the authority offers a combined program that supports both rental assistance and public housing.
Scale and standing
The Selma Housing Authority ranks 10th in the state of Alabama by the number of Section 8 vouchers it administers, out of 57 authorities. This places it among the larger providers in the state, reflecting its significant role in housing assistance within Dallas County and the broader region.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom unit in the area served by the Selma Housing Authority ranges from $820 to $1,230, with an average of $929. This is below the state average of $1,036. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom is in ZIP code 36775 at $1,230, while the lowest is in ZIP code 36773 at $820.
Cities served
Section 8 Fair Market Rent by city in this authority's jurisdiction.
Source: US HUD Public Housing Authority data; Fair Market Rent FY2027. This is an independent reference page, not the authority's own site.