Contact Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Phone(740) 397-8787
- Fax(740) 397-8226
- Email[email protected]
- Address201A W High St
Mount Vernon, OH 43050 - CountyKnox County
- ProgramsSection 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only
- HUD codeOH050
Section 8 and public housing at Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority
Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority administers Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: you rent from a private landlord and the agency pays part of the rent directly to the owner. It does not own public housing units.
Income limits for Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority
HUD sets the income limits for Knox County, OH based on Knox County, OH figures. Section 8 eligibility depends on your total household income and household size.
| Household size | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $19,950 | $33,250 | $53,200 |
| 2 people | $22,800 | $38,000 | $60,800 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $42,750 | $68,400 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $47,500 | $76,000 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $51,300 | $82,100 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $55,100 | $88,200 |
Fair Market Rent near Mount Vernon
Fair Market Rents are HUD's estimate of what a modest rental costs in Knox County, OH. Housing authorities set their Section 8 payment standard, the most the voucher can cover, usually between 90% and 110% of these figures.
How to apply at Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Check that you qualify. Compare your household income with the limits above. You also need U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status for at least one household member.
- Find out if the waiting list is open. Call (740) 397-8787 or email [email protected]. Many agencies open their lists only a few days a year and announce it in advance.
- Submit the pre-application. Most agencies take it online or on paper during the open period. Fill it in for Section 8.
- Keep your contact details up to date. When your name comes up, the agency writes to you. If it cannot reach you, you lose your place.
- Bring your documents to the interview. IDs, Social Security numbers, birth certificates and proof of income for everyone in the household. Full checklist.
We cannot tell you whether this agency's waiting list is open today: HUD does not publish that data, and lists change often. Only Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority can confirm it.
Housing authorities near Mount Vernon
Applying to more than one agency increases your chances: you can be on several waiting lists at once.
Frequently asked questions
What is the phone number of Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority?
(740) 397-8787. Fax: (740) 397-8226. Email: [email protected]. These are the contacts the agency reports to HUD.
Where is Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority located?
201A W High St, Mount Vernon, OH 43050, in Knox County.
Does Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority offer Section 8?
Yes. HUD reports 763 Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) at this agency, 582 of them in use.
What are the income limits for Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority?
In Knox County, OH, the FY2026 Section 8 (very low income) limit is $33,250 for one person and $47,500 for a family of four. Public housing accepts up to $76,000 for a family of four.
Is the Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority waiting list open?
Waiting lists open and close on dates each agency sets, often for a few days only. Call (740) 397-8787 or check the agency's notices to confirm whether it is taking applications now.
Section 8 guides
Sources: HUD Public Housing Authorities dataset (agency record updated October 6, 2026) · HUD USER income limits FY2026 · HUD USER Fair Market Rents FY2027. This page is not affiliated with Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority or HUD.