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Housing Authority of the County of Monterey

123 Rico St, Salinas, CA, 93907

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 30 min ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the County of Monterey operates 4,675 units of public housing in Salinas, CA. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applications. This housing authority provides rental assistance and affordable housing options to eligible residents in Monterey County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The Public Housing waiting list for the Housing Authority of the County of Monterey is currently closed.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

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The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, also known as Section 8, waitlist is currently closed. The Housing Authority will announce the opening of the HCV Wait List in The Californian and Monterey Herald newspapers. A previous waitlist opening was July 1, 2024 - July 12, 2024. Once the wait list application process closes, HACM will run a lottery to place the first 5,000 applicants on the wait list. Eligibility will be determined based upon HUD Income Limits (75% of families selected from the wait list must be at 50% of Area Median Income for the family size) at the time of selection from the waiting list. HACM also determines program eligibility based upon criminal background checks, and previous program compliance.

Last verified February 28, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

4675

Fair Market Rent - Monterey 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	$2,340
1 Bedroom	$2,367
2 Bedroom	$2,879
3 Bedroom	$3,990
4 Bedroom	$4,400

Income Limits - Monterey County, CA

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $21,350
Very Low (50%): $35,600
Low (80%): $56,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $24,400
Very Low (50%): $40,700
Low (80%): $65,100

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $27,450
Very Low (50%): $45,800
Low (80%): $73,250

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $30,500
Very Low (50%): $50,850
Low (80%): $81,350

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,950
Very Low (50%): $54,950
Low (80%): $87,900

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $59,000
Low (80%): $94,400

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $63,100
Low (80%): $100,900

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $67,150
Low (80%): $107,400

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$21,350	$35,600	$56,950
2 Persons	$24,400	$40,700	$65,100
3 Persons	$27,450	$45,800	$73,250
4 Persons	$30,500	$50,850	$81,350
5 Persons	$32,950	$54,950	$87,900
6 Persons	$35,580	$59,000	$94,400
7 Persons	$40,120	$63,100	$100,900
8 Persons	$44,660	$67,150	$107,400

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Salinas, CA?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Monterey County, CA is: $2340 (Studio), $2367 (1BR), $2879 (2BR), $3990 (3BR), $4400 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the County of Monterey is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of the County of Monterey have?+

Housing Authority of the County of Monterey has a total of 4675 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the County of Monterey?+

Housing Authority of the County of Monterey is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8317755000, 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.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the County of Monterey?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. 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.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Monterey County, CA?+

For a 4-person household in Monterey County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $30,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $50,850, Low Income (80% AMI): $81,350. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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