
About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Augusta manages 6,048 public housing units across Richmond County in Augusta, Georgia. The public housing waitlist is currently open for applicants, while the Section 8 voucher program waitlist is closed. Interested individuals can apply for public housing opportunities through the authority.
Waitlist Information
Applications are being accepted for the Elderly Conventional Public Housing Program. The waiting list for 2-BEDROOMS ONLY will be open during this period. A preference is given to working families, families where the head/spouse/sole member is age 62 or older, near-elderly (age 55), or disabled, and families who are homeless and/or involuntarily displaced.
The Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCV) is not accepting applications. The Section 8 Tenant-Based Assistance waiting list is not accepting new applications.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated October 21, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Richmond County, GA
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $805 |
| 1 Bedroom | $961 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,100 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,463 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,779 |
Income Limits - Richmond County, GA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $14,550
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,200
- Low (80%)
- $38,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,650
- Low (80%)
- $44,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,100
- Low (80%)
- $49,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,550
- Low (80%)
- $55,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,350
- Low (80%)
- $59,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,100
- Low (80%)
- $64,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,850
- Low (80%)
- $68,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,650
- Low (80%)
- $73,000
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $14,550 | $24,200 | $38,750 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $27,650 | $44,250 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $31,100 | $49,800 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $34,550 | $55,300 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $37,350 | $59,750 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $40,100 | $64,150 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $42,850 | $68,600 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $45,650 | $73,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Augusta, GA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Richmond County, GA is: $805 (Studio), $961 (1BR), $1100 (2BR), $1463 (3BR), $1779 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Augusta is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Augusta have?+
Housing Authority of the City of Augusta has a total of 6048 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Augusta?+
Housing Authority of the City of Augusta is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7063123158, 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 Richmond County, GA?+
For a 4-person household in Richmond County, GA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $34,550, Low Income (80% AMI): $55,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Augusta?+
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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