Program: Combined · Public housing units: 127 · Section 8 vouchers: 97 · Households served: 166 · Occupancy: 75% · ZIP codes served: 7
The Manistique Housing Commission operates 127 public housing units and administers 97 Section 8 vouchers, serving a total of 166 households. With an occupancy rate of 75%, the commission offers a combined program, providing both housing units and rental assistance to meet the diverse needs of the community.
Among the 61 housing authorities in Michigan that offer Section 8 vouchers, the Manistique Housing Commission ranks 40th in terms of voucher size. This places it in the middle tier of voucher providers within the state, reflecting its significant but moderate role in supporting low-income families with housing assistance.
The two-bedroom Fair Market Rent (FMR) in the area served by the Manistique Housing Commission ranges from $970 to $1,110, with an average of $1,020. This is lower than the state average of $1,228. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is found in ZIP code 49895 at $1,110, while the lowest is in ZIP code 49854 at $970.
| ZIP | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | 4BR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49817 | $830 | $940 | $1,130 | $1,490 | $1,700 |
| 49836 | $750 | $830 | $1,010 | $1,290 | $1,440 |
| 49840 | $1,080 | $1,320 | $1,520 | $1,970 | $2,140 |
| 49854 | $720 | $880 | $1,010 | $1,330 | $1,470 |
| 49883 | $870 | $1,000 | $1,200 | $1,520 | $1,690 |
| 49884 | $800 | $950 | $1,120 | $1,440 | $1,590 |
| 49895 | $820 | $910 | $1,130 | $1,440 | $1,670 |
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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