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Columbus Housing Authority
Columbus Housing Authority is based in Columbus, Bartholomew County, IN and administers 750 Section 8 vouchers and 157 public housing units.
HUD PHA code IN058. Program type: Combined. Households served: 503. Occupancy: 55%. ZIP codes served: 15.
Waiting lists
| Program | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) | Closed | Authority's page |
| Public housing | Closed | Authority's page |
As published on the authority's website when we last checked it. Confirm with the authority before applying.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46124 | $850 | $940 | $1,080 | $1,380 | $1,680 |
| 47201 | $1,320 | $1,330 | $1,560 | $1,860 | $2,230 |
| 47203 | $1,110 | $1,140 | $1,290 | $1,540 | $1,840 |
| 47226 | $1,110 | $1,140 | $1,280 | $1,530 | $1,800 |
| 47232 | $1,110 | $1,140 | $1,280 | $1,530 | $1,800 |
| 47234 | $1,120 | $1,210 | $1,410 | $1,760 | $2,120 |
| 47236 | $1,110 | $1,140 | $1,280 | $1,530 | $1,800 |
| 47244 | $1,280 | $1,290 | $1,510 | $1,800 | $2,150 |
| 47246 | $1,180 | $1,200 | $1,400 | $1,670 | $1,990 |
| 47247 | $1,110 | $1,140 | $1,280 | $1,530 | $1,800 |
| 47273 | $1,110 | $1,140 | $1,300 | $1,730 | $1,800 |
| 47274 | $870 | $880 | $1,150 | $1,460 | $1,560 |
| 47280 | $1,330 | $1,350 | $1,580 | $1,880 | $2,250 |
| 47283 | $1,110 | $1,140 | $1,280 | $1,530 | $1,800 |
| 47448 | $1,000 | $1,120 | $1,290 | $1,670 | $2,030 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
Columbus Housing Authority
799 McClure Rd, Columbus, IN 47201
Phone: (812) 378-0005
Official website: columbushome.net
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About Columbus Housing Authority
Overview
The Columbus Housing Authority operates 157 public housing units and administers 750 Section 8 vouchers, serving a total of 503 households. With an occupancy rate of 55%, the authority offers a combined program, integrating both public housing and voucher assistance to support low-income families in Bartholomew County, Indiana.
Scale and standing
The Columbus Housing Authority ranks 16th in the state of Indiana in terms of the number of Section 8 vouchers administered, out of 44 authorities. This places it in a significant position within the state, providing substantial housing assistance to residents. The authority's voucher count is notable, reflecting its commitment to addressing housing needs in the region.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The two-bedroom Fair Market Rent (FMR) in the Columbus area ranges from $1,100 to $1,440, with an average of $1,213. This is slightly above the state average of $1,145. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is found in ZIP code 47244 at $1,440, while the lowest is in ZIP code 47274 at $1,100.
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.