
About This Property
Hoboken Housing Authority operates 1,478 units of public housing in Hoboken, NJ. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The housing authority serves Hudson County residents.
Waitlist Information
The pre-application period for the Public Housing waiting list opened on March 27, 2023, but the deadline has passed. Preferences are given to veterans and surviving spouses, involuntarily displaced persons, victims of domestic violence, and Hoboken residents. Placement was limited to 100 pre-applicants for zero-bedroom units (must be elderly or disabled) and 200 for one-bedroom units (must be over 18), selected via a lottery.
The waiting list for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program was last open in October 2014 and remains closed as of August 2026.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated September 27, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Hudson County, NJ
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $1,993 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,025 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,299 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,855 |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,183 |
Income Limits - Hudson County, NJ
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,250
- Low (80%)
- $58,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,850
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,400
- Low (80%)
- $66,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $27,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,600
- Low (80%)
- $74,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $51,750
- Low (80%)
- $82,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $33,550
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,900
- Low (80%)
- $89,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $36,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $60,050
- Low (80%)
- $96,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $64,200
- Low (80%)
- $102,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $68,350
- Low (80%)
- $109,300
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $21,750 | $36,250 | $58,000 |
| 2 Persons | $24,850 | $41,400 | $66,250 |
| 3 Persons | $27,950 | $46,600 | $74,550 |
| 4 Persons | $31,050 | $51,750 | $82,800 |
| 5 Persons | $33,550 | $55,900 | $89,450 |
| 6 Persons | $36,050 | $60,050 | $96,050 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $64,200 | $102,700 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $68,350 | $109,300 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Hoboken, NJ?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Hudson County, NJ is: $1993 (Studio), $2025 (1BR), $2299 (2BR), $2855 (3BR), $3183 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Hoboken Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Hoboken Housing Authority have?+
Hoboken Housing Authority has a total of 1478 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Hoboken Housing Authority?+
Hoboken Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 2017980370, 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 Hoboken Housing Authority?+
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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Hudson County, NJ?+
For a 4-person household in Hudson County, NJ, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $31,050, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $51,750, Low Income (80% AMI): $82,800. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Contact Information
Walk Score
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Nearby Schools
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