Where can I live with a low income?

For people with low, very low or extremely low incomes, programs provided by the Department of Housing and Urban Development and local housing authorities can be the way to safe, suitable and affordable housing.

What are the questions to ask about income based apartments?

Ask what kinds of homes are available to you if you qualify. Low-income housing varies depending on what area you are looking to live in. Public housing comes in many forms, including high-rise buildings and single-family homes. These domiciles are specifically set aside for low-income public housing.

How does the government help you find affordable housing?

Government programs help low-income people find affordable rental housing. This infographic explains how they work. View a larger version of the infographic. If you have a low income and need affordable rental housing, government programs may help.

What’s the income limit for a Housing Choice Voucher?

In general, your family’s income may not exceed 50% of the median income for the county or metropolitan area. Each state or city may have different eligibility rules for housing programs. Contact your local PHA to learn about your eligibility for Housing Choice vouchers. How do I apply for a Housing Choice voucher?

For people with low, very low or extremely low incomes, programs provided by the Department of Housing and Urban Development and local housing authorities can be the way to safe, suitable and affordable housing.

Ask what kinds of homes are available to you if you qualify. Low-income housing varies depending on what area you are looking to live in. Public housing comes in many forms, including high-rise buildings and single-family homes. These domiciles are specifically set aside for low-income public housing.

In general, your family’s income may not exceed 50% of the median income for the county or metropolitan area. Each state or city may have different eligibility rules for housing programs. Contact your local PHA to learn about your eligibility for Housing Choice vouchers. How do I apply for a Housing Choice voucher?

How much income do you need to make to qualify for housing?

The most important qualifier is income. For most housing programs, the general qualification requires that the household makes less than 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI) of that area to qualify. To find an estimate of the AMI for your area of interest, you can search our website for your area and scroll down to our chart of income limits.