About This Property
The County of Butte Housing Authority operates 2,581 units of public housing in Chico, California. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 voucher program waitlist are currently open for applicants. Interested households can apply through the housing authority for affordable housing options in Butte County.
Waitlist Information
Applicants must be 18+, legally documented in the U.S., and meet income limits. Units are specific to Chico and are not portable.
Preferences included Limited Homeless, Limited Moving Up, and Family Unification Program (FUP)/Transitional Age Youth (TAY). A random lottery selected 1,500 applications for the waiting list.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Butte County, CA
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $1,049 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,091 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,428 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,012 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,423 |
Income Limits - Butte County, CA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $14,650
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,400
- Low (80%)
- $39,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,900
- Low (80%)
- $44,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,400
- Low (80%)
- $50,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,850
- Low (80%)
- $55,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,650
- Low (80%)
- $60,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,450
- Low (80%)
- $64,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,250
- Low (80%)
- $69,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,050
- Low (80%)
- $73,600
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $14,650 | $24,400 | $39,050 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $27,900 | $44,600 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $31,400 | $50,200 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $34,850 | $55,750 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $37,650 | $60,250 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $40,450 | $64,700 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $43,250 | $69,150 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $46,050 | $73,600 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Chico, CA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Butte County, CA is: $1049 (Studio), $1091 (1BR), $1428 (2BR), $2012 (3BR), $2423 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like County of Butte Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does County of Butte Housing Authority have?+
County of Butte Housing Authority has a total of 2581 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at County of Butte Housing Authority?+
County of Butte Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5308954474, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Butte County, CA?+
For a 4-person household in Butte County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $34,850, Low Income (80% AMI): $55,750. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for County of Butte Housing Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
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