Housing AuthorityWaitlist Open

County of Hawaii

Name: County of Hawaii
Address: 1990 Kinoole St Ste 102, Hilo, HI, 96720, US
Telephone: 8089594642

1990 Kinoole St Ste 102, Hilo, HI, 96720

Information verified May 31, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 3 hr ago

About This Property

County of Hawaii operates 2,170 public housing units in Hilo. The property manages both public housing and Section 8 rental assistance programs, with the public housing waitlist currently closed and the Section 8 waitlist open to applicants. As a housing authority, it provides rental opportunities for eligible households in Hawaii County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

No specific information found regarding application or preferences for this program.

Last verified March 4, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Opened August 1, 2025

Apply: Online

Preferences include Hawai'i County residents with income at or below 30% AMI, who have a minor child, an elderly/disabled person, or are experiencing an emergency. Placement is based on application date and time, not a lottery, and only one application per family is allowed.

Last verified April 25, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 31, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

2170

Fair Market Rent - Hawaii County, HI

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,458
1 Bedroom	$1,548
2 Bedroom	$2,010
3 Bedroom	$2,588
4 Bedroom	$2,855

Income Limits - Hawaii County, HI

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $18,000
Very Low (50%): $30,000
Low (80%): $47,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $20,600
Very Low (50%): $34,250
Low (80%): $54,800

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,260
Very Low (50%): $38,550
Low (80%): $61,650

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $30,480
Very Low (50%): $42,800
Low (80%): $68,500

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,700
Very Low (50%): $46,250
Low (80%): $74,000

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,920
Very Low (50%): $49,650
Low (80%): $79,500

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $46,140
Very Low (50%): $53,100
Low (80%): $84,950

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $51,360
Very Low (50%): $56,500
Low (80%): $90,450

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$18,000	$30,000	$47,950
2 Persons	$20,600	$34,250	$54,800
3 Persons	$25,260	$38,550	$61,650
4 Persons	$30,480	$42,800	$68,500
5 Persons	$35,700	$46,250	$74,000
6 Persons	$40,920	$49,650	$79,500
7 Persons	$46,140	$53,100	$84,950
8 Persons	$51,360	$56,500	$90,450

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Hilo, HI?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Hawaii County, HI is: $1458 (Studio), $1548 (1BR), $2010 (2BR), $2588 (3BR), $2855 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like County of Hawaii is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does County of Hawaii have?+

County of Hawaii has a total of 2170 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for County of Hawaii?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

How do I apply for housing at County of Hawaii?+

County of Hawaii is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8089594642, 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 Hawaii County, HI?+

For a 4-person household in Hawaii County, HI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $30,480, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $42,800, Low Income (80% AMI): $68,500. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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