16 Section 8 Waiting Lists Open Now
There are 16 waiting lists open now, but closing soon, in Texas, Michigan, California, New Jersey, Minnesota, New York, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Georgia. 8 of the 16 waiting lists open now have applications available online. Apply using a compatible computer or mobile device from anywhere with Internet access.
Choose a waiting list below to learn more about the application process and other affordable housing opportunities.
4 Section 8 Waiting Lists Opening Soon
There are waiting lists opening soon in Michigan, New Mexico, Texas, and Oregon. Choose a waiting list below to learn more about the application process and other affordable housing opportunities.
There are 4 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers Waiting Lists that will open soon. 3 of the 4 waiting lists opening soon have applications available online. Apply using a compatible computer or mobile device from anywhere with Internet access.
| Waiting List | Status | Online Application? |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-County, MI Limited Section 8 HCV Waiting List | Opens on April 27th, 2020 | Yes |
| Albuquerque, NM | Opens on May 1st, 2020 | Yes |
| McAllen, TX Single Elderly/Disabled Section 8 HCV Waiting List | Opens on June 11th, 2020 | No |
| Clackamas County, OR Section 8 HCV Waiting List | Opens on June 15th, 2020 | Yes |
5 Waiting Lists Recently Opened Until Further Notice
There are waiting lists in Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, and Texas. that are open now until further notice.
1 of the 5 of these waiting lists have applications available online. Apply using a compatible computer or mobile device from anywhere with Internet access.
| Waiting List | Status | Online Application? |
|---|---|---|
| Monroe County, IN Section 8 HCV Waiting List | Open since March 31st, 2020 | Yes |
| Leavenworth County, KS Section 8 HCV Waiting List | Open since March 11th, 2020 | No |
| Franklin and Jefferson County, MO Section 8 HCV Waiting List | Open since March 3rd, 2020 | No |
| Franklin and Jefferson County, MO Mainstream Voucher Program Waiting List | Open since March 3rd, 2020 | No |
| Fannin County, TX Section 8 HCV Waiting List | Open since January 28th, 2020 | No |
All Open Waiting Lists By State
| State | Open / Opening Soon |
|---|---|
| Alabama | 11 |
| Alaska | 9 |
| Arizona | 5 |
| Arkansas | 19 |
| California | 19 |
| Colorado | 4 |
| Delaware | 1 |
| Florida | 3 |
| Georgia | 1 |
| Hawaii | 1 |
| Idaho | 2 |
| Illinois | 13 |
| Indiana | 7 |
| Iowa | 15 |
| Kansas | 7 |
| Kentucky | 19 |
| Louisiana | 5 |
| Maine | 1 |
| Maryland | 6 |
| Massachusetts | 3 |
| Michigan | 11 |
| Minnesota | 10 |
| Mississippi | 2 |
| Missouri | 22 |
| Montana | 5 |
| Nebraska | 11 |
| New Hampshire | 12 |
| New Jersey | 4 |
| New Mexico | 8 |
| New York | 21 |
| North Carolina | 9 |
| North Dakota | 17 |
| Ohio | 16 |
| Oklahoma | 15 |
| Oregon | 14 |
| Pennsylvania | 23 |
| Puerto Rico | 3 |
| Rhode Island | 1 |
| South Carolina | 7 |
| South Dakota | 8 |
| Tennessee | 11 |
| Texas | 26 |
| Utah | 9 |
| Vermont | 7 |
| Virgin Islands | 1 |
| Virginia | 5 |
| Washington | 6 |
| West Virginia | 9 |
| Wisconsin | 12 |
| Wyoming | 3 |
Important Terms & Definitions
- Opening Soon: The waiting list has a set open date in the future. Once open, the housing authority will begin accepting applications for the waiting list.
- Open Now: The waiting list is currently open until the set close date in the future. The housing authority will accept applications for the waiting list until it closes.
- Open Until Further Notice: The waiting list is currently open until an unknown date in the future. The housing authority will accept applications for the waiting list until it closes.
- Open Until Application Limit: The waiting list is currently open until a set number of applications have been submitted.
- Public Housing Authority: The federal housing agency that manages the waiting list.
- Waiting List: The list of applicants who meet the basic program eligibility requirements, and have been selected as a potential tenant.
- Application: The form submitted to the housing authority to determine basic program eligibility.
- Preferences: Priority placement is given to applicants who qualify for a specific preference category. The most common preferences are those for the elderly, disabled, or homeless households. preferences
Keep Learning
- Understand affordable housing terms and definitions with the glossary.
- Common concerns and frequently asked questions about Section 8 housing.
- Housing Scam awareness information made in partnership with HAI Group.
- Learn which state and local governments treat Housing Choice Vouchers as a protected source of income
