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The Housing Authority of the City of Canton
The Housing Authority of the City of Canton is based in Canton, Madison County, MS and administers 150 public housing units.
HUD PHA code MS061. Program type: Low-Rent. Households served: 118. Occupancy: 78%. ZIP codes served: 12.
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.
Latest from The Housing Authority of the City of Canton
- CHA June Newsletter 2026The Canton Housing Authority has released its newsletter for June 2026, likely containing updates and important information for the month.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39041 | $770 | $780 | $910 | $1,080 | $1,190 |
| 39045 | $890 | $900 | $1,050 | $1,320 | $1,470 |
| 39046 | $900 | $910 | $1,060 | $1,260 | $1,390 |
| 39051 | $810 | $810 | $960 | $1,140 | $1,260 |
| 39071 | $1,020 | $1,030 | $1,220 | $1,490 | $1,610 |
| 39079 | $790 | $820 | $910 | $1,250 | $1,480 |
| 39110 | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,930 | $2,300 | $2,540 |
| 39146 | $1,050 | $1,080 | $1,210 | $1,610 | $1,880 |
| 39157 | $1,240 | $1,240 | $1,450 | $1,730 | $1,910 |
| 39174 | $890 | $890 | $1,040 | $1,240 | $1,370 |
| 39209 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,170 | $1,390 | $1,540 |
| 39213 | $820 | $820 | $960 | $1,140 | $1,260 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
The Housing Authority of the City of Canton
120 Faith Ln, Canton, MS 39046
Phone: (601) 859-4032
Official website: cantonhousing.org
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About The Housing Authority of the City of Canton
Overview
The Housing Authority of the City of Canton operates 150 public housing units and does not administer any Section 8 vouchers. It serves 118 households with a 78% occupancy rate. The authority's program type is Low-Rent, providing affordable housing options for eligible residents.
Scale and standing
The Housing Authority of the City of Canton manages 150 public housing units, making it a significant provider of affordable housing in Madison County. While it does not administer Section 8 vouchers, its 118 households served reflect its commitment to housing stability. The authority's occupancy rate of 78% indicates a steady demand for its services within the community.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The two-bedroom Fair Market Rent (FMR) in the area ranges from $840 to $1930, with an average of $1130. This is higher than the state average of $999. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is in ZIP code 39110 at $1930, while the lowest is in ZIP code 39041 at $840.
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.