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Housing Authority of the City of Houma

7491 Park Ave, Houma, LA, 70364

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 Houma operates 515 units of public housing in Houma, Louisiana. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible residents in Terrebonne County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

Preferences are given to applicants displaced by natural disasters, victims of domestic violence, working or employed, and those engaged in job training or higher education.

Last verified February 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher waiting list opens after public notification when new applications are anticipated to be served. Preferences may include working, disabled, local residency, honorably discharged veteran, and displaced public housing residents due to Hurricane Ida.

Last verified February 28, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

515

Income Limits - Terrebonne County, LA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $14,250
Very Low (50%): $23,700
Low (80%): $37,900

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $27,050
Low (80%): $43,300

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $30,450
Low (80%): $48,700

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $33,800
Low (80%): $54,100

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $36,550
Low (80%): $58,450

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $39,250
Low (80%): $62,800

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $41,950
Low (80%): $67,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,650
Very Low (50%): $44,650
Low (80%): $71,450

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$14,250	$23,700	$37,900
2 Persons	$17,420	$27,050	$43,300
3 Persons	$21,960	$30,450	$48,700
4 Persons	$26,500	$33,800	$54,100
5 Persons	$31,040	$36,550	$58,450
6 Persons	$35,580	$39,250	$62,800
7 Persons	$40,120	$41,950	$67,100
8 Persons	$44,650	$44,650	$71,450

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Housing Authority of the City of Houma has a total of 515 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in Terrebonne County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $33,800, Low Income (80% AMI): $54,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Houma?+

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 the City of Houma?+

Housing Authority of the City of Houma is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9858764755, 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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