
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
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.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 29, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - Terrebonne County, LA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $14,250
- Very Low (50%)
- $23,700
- Low (80%)
- $37,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,050
- Low (80%)
- $43,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,450
- Low (80%)
- $48,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,800
- Low (80%)
- $54,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,550
- Low (80%)
- $58,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,250
- Low (80%)
- $62,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,950
- Low (80%)
- $67,100
- 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 |
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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.
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.
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.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Very Walkable
Nearby Schools
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