Program: Combined · Public housing units: 157 · Section 8 vouchers: 750 · Households served: 503 · Occupancy: 55% · ZIP codes served: 15
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.
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.
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.
| ZIP | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | 4BR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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: US HUD Public Housing Authority data; Fair Market Rent FY2027. This is an independent reference page, not the authority's own site.
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