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Housing Choice Voucher Program (SECTION 8) | Jefferson Metropolitan Housing Authority

153 North 5th Avenue, Steubenville, OH 43952

Barrier Free Restrooms|Wheelchair Accessible Building (ramps & main entrance doors).
Eligibility
Serves individuals and families residing in Jefferson County who meet income eligibility and other eligibility criteria. Visit the website for specific eligibility criteria. The Very Low Income (HCVP - Section 8) Eligibility Guidelines (updated April 1, 2025):
  • Family of 1 = $29,850.
  • Family of 2 = $34,100.
  • Family of 3 = $38,350.
  • Family of 4 = $42,600.
  • Family of 5 = $46,050.
  • Family of 6 = $49,450.
  • Family of 7 = $52,850.
  • Family of 8 = $56,250.
The Low Income (Public Housing) Eligibility Guidelines (updated April 1, 2025):
  • Family of 1: $47,750.
  • Family of 2: $54,550.
  • Family of 3: $61,350.
  • Family of 4: $68,150.
  • Family of 5: $73,650.
  • Family of 6: $79,100.
  • Family of 7: $84,550.
  • Family of 8: $90,000.
Required documents
Must complete application and provide requested documentation.
Hours
Same as site hours.
Languages
None.
Application process
  • Visit the website to complete online application.
  • Only applications verified as complete will be placed on the waiting list.
  • While on the waiting list, applicants are responsible to notify Jefferson Metropolitan Housing Authority (JMHA) in writing of any changes to their application information, including address and phone number changes.
  • Applicants will periodically receive communication to update their information for JMHA, as well as when you are selected from the waiting list. Please respond to the communication promptly as instructed.
Fees
Eligible households pay approximately 30% to 40% of their adjusted gross income for rent and the housing authority subsidizes the balance.
Service area
Jefferson County, Ohio
Offers a federally-supported, tenant-based housing program that provides assistance in the form of vouchers that enable income-eligible families to find and lease approved privately owned housing where the landlord has agreed to enter into a contract with the housing authority.
Last assured
03/10/2026
Providing organization
Jefferson Metropolitan Housing Authority
Provides affordable housing under the public housing and Section 8 programs to low- to moderate-income persons.
Housing Choice Voucher Program (SECTION 8) | Jefferson Metropolitan Housing Authority