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Housing Authority of the City of Evansville

500 SE 10th St, Evansville, IN, 47713

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 23 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of Evansville operates 2,826 public housing units throughout Evansville, IN in Vanderburgh County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open for applications. The authority provides rental assistance programs for eligible low-income households in the area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

All 888 units of public housing were converted to project-based vouchers through the RAD program.

Last verified April 14, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online or Mail

The 2024 Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Wait List is closed. It is projected the waiting list will not open again for at least two years or more. For families who applied between July 6-8, 2021, the waiting list was still being finalized as of July 20, 2021. EHA uses a system-generated lottery selection process.

Last verified February 28, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

2826

Fair Market Rent - Vanderburgh County, IN

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$766
1 Bedroom	$850
2 Bedroom	$1,070
3 Bedroom	$1,360
4 Bedroom	$1,558

Income Limits - Vanderburgh County, IN

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $16,000
Very Low (50%): $26,650
Low (80%): $42,650

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $18,300
Very Low (50%): $30,450
Low (80%): $48,750

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $34,250
Low (80%): $54,850

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $38,050
Low (80%): $60,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $41,100
Low (80%): $65,800

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $44,150
Low (80%): $70,650

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $47,200
Low (80%): $75,550

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $50,250
Low (80%): $80,400

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$16,000	$26,650	$42,650
2 Persons	$18,300	$30,450	$48,750
3 Persons	$21,960	$34,250	$54,850
4 Persons	$26,500	$38,050	$60,900
5 Persons	$31,040	$41,100	$65,800
6 Persons	$35,580	$44,150	$70,650
7 Persons	$40,120	$47,200	$75,550
8 Persons	$44,660	$50,250	$80,400

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Evansville, IN?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Vanderburgh County, IN is: $766 (Studio), $850 (1BR), $1070 (2BR), $1360 (3BR), $1558 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Evansville is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Evansville have?+

Housing Authority of the City of Evansville has a total of 2826 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Evansville?+

Housing Authority of the City of Evansville is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8124288500, 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 City of Evansville?+

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 Vanderburgh County, IN?+

For a 4-person household in Vanderburgh County, IN, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $38,050, Low Income (80% AMI): $60,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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