About This Property
Housing Authority of Jena operates 50 units of public housing in Jena, Louisiana. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance through federally-funded housing programs.
Waitlist Information
Eligibility requires meeting specific income criteria, with the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in La Salle Parish being $36,100 per year for FY2025; preferences may include veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents.
The Housing Choice Voucher program waitlist is presently closed.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - La Salle County, LA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $17,800
- Low (80%)
- $28,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $20,350
- Low (80%)
- $32,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $22,900
- Low (80%)
- $36,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $25,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,400
- Low (80%)
- $40,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $27,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,450
- Low (80%)
- $43,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $29,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,500
- Low (80%)
- $47,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,500
- Low (80%)
- $50,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $33,550
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,550
- Low (80%)
- $53,700
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $17,800 | $28,500 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $20,350 | $32,550 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $22,900 | $36,600 |
| 4 Persons | $25,400 | $25,400 | $40,650 |
| 5 Persons | $27,450 | $27,450 | $43,950 |
| 6 Persons | $29,500 | $29,500 | $47,200 |
| 7 Persons | $31,500 | $31,500 | $50,450 |
| 8 Persons | $33,550 | $33,550 | $53,700 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many units does Housing Authority of Jena have?+
Housing Authority of Jena has a total of 50 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in La Salle County, LA?+
For a 4-person household in La Salle County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $25,400, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $25,400, Low Income (80% AMI): $40,650. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of Jena?+
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.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of Jena?+
Housing Authority of Jena is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3189926413, 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.
Contact Information
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