Contact Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Phone(740) 383-5680
- Fax(740) 382-8388
- Email[email protected]
- Address117 N Greenwood St Ste 12
Marion, OH 43302 - CountyMarion County
- ProgramsSection 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only
- HUD codeOH076
Section 8 and public housing at Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority
Marion 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 Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority
HUD sets the income limits for Marion County, OH based on Marion 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 | $18,450 | $30,700 | $49,150 |
| 2 people | $21,640 | $35,100 | $56,150 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $39,500 | $63,150 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $43,850 | $70,150 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $47,400 | $75,800 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $50,900 | $81,400 |
Fair Market Rent near Marion
Fair Market Rents are HUD's estimate of what a modest rental costs in Marion 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 Marion 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) 383-5680 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 Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority can confirm it.
Housing authorities near Marion
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 Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority?
(740) 383-5680. Fax: (740) 382-8388. Email: [email protected]. These are the contacts the agency reports to HUD.
Where is Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority located?
117 N Greenwood St Ste 12, Marion, OH 43302, in Marion County.
Does Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority offer Section 8?
Yes. HUD reports 655 Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) at this agency, 489 of them in use.
What are the income limits for Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority?
In Marion County, OH, the FY2026 Section 8 (very low income) limit is $30,700 for one person and $43,850 for a family of four. Public housing accepts up to $70,150 for a family of four.
Is the Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority waiting list open?
Waiting lists open and close on dates each agency sets, often for a few days only. Call (740) 383-5680 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 Marion Metropolitan Housing Authority or HUD.