
About This Property
Calcasieu Parish Human Services Department operates 572 public housing units in Lake Charles, LA. The public housing waitlist is currently closed, while the Section 8 voucher waitlist remains open for applicants. This housing authority provides rental assistance programs to eligible residents in Calcasieu County.
Waitlist Information
Family needs are considered for invitations to apply, and declining two invitations will result in the application being purged from the waitlist.
Applicants must qualify as a family as defined by HUD and the Calcasieu Parish Housing Program, have income at or below HUD specified income limits, and qualify on the basis of citizenship or eligible immigrant status. Past openings indicated that Calcasieu Parish residents could apply, but recipients would need to live outside city limits upon receiving assistance.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated June 18, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - Calcasieu County, LA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $13,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $22,650
- Low (80%)
- $36,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,900
- Low (80%)
- $41,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,150
- Low (80%)
- $46,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,350
- Low (80%)
- $51,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,950
- Low (80%)
- $55,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,550
- Low (80%)
- $60,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,150
- Low (80%)
- $64,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $42,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,750
- Low (80%)
- $68,350
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $13,600 | $22,650 | $36,250 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $25,900 | $41,400 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $29,150 | $46,600 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $32,350 | $51,750 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $34,950 | $55,900 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $37,550 | $60,050 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $40,150 | $64,200 |
| 8 Persons | $42,750 | $42,750 | $68,350 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many units does Calcasieu Parish Human Services Department have?+
Calcasieu Parish Human Services Department has a total of 572 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Calcasieu County, LA?+
For a 4-person household in Calcasieu County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $32,350, Low Income (80% AMI): $51,750. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Calcasieu Parish Human Services Department?+
Calcasieu Parish Human Services Department is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3377214030, 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 Calcasieu Parish Human Services Department?+
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.
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