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Housing Authority of Ruston

615 N Farmerville St, Ruston, LA, 71270

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 1 hr ago

About This Property

Housing Authority of Ruston operates 298 units of public housing in Ruston, LA within Lincoln County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The housing authority provides affordable rental options to eligible residents in the area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

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Families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement. Applicants must meet specific income and eligibility criteria.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Closed February 12, 2026

The Housing Choice Voucher waitlist was closed on February 12, 2026. The most recent status change tracked was on February 23, 2026, when the HCV list changed from 'unknown' to 'closed'.

Last verified February 23, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

298

Income Limits - Lincoln County, LA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $20,350
Low (80%): $32,550

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $23,250
Low (80%): $37,200

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $26,150
Low (80%): $41,850

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $29,050
Low (80%): $46,500

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $31,400
Low (80%): $50,250

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $33,700
Very Low (50%): $33,700
Low (80%): $53,950

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,050
Very Low (50%): $36,050
Low (80%): $57,700

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $38,350
Very Low (50%): $38,350
Low (80%): $61,400

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$20,350	$32,550
2 Persons	$17,420	$23,250	$37,200
3 Persons	$21,960	$26,150	$41,850
4 Persons	$26,500	$29,050	$46,500
5 Persons	$31,040	$31,400	$50,250
6 Persons	$33,700	$33,700	$53,950
7 Persons	$36,050	$36,050	$57,700
8 Persons	$38,350	$38,350	$61,400

Frequently Asked Questions

How many units does Housing Authority of Ruston have?+

Housing Authority of Ruston has a total of 298 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Lincoln County, LA?+

For a 4-person household in Lincoln County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $29,050, Low Income (80% AMI): $46,500. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of Ruston?+

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 Ruston?+

Housing Authority of Ruston is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3182553644, 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.

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