About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Pottsville operates 880 units of public housing in Pottsville, PA within Schuylkill County. The public housing waitlist is currently closed, while the Section 8 waitlist remains open for applications.
Waitlist Information
Preference points include involuntary displacement by government action or disaster, city working family, in job training or education family, city residency, elderly/disabled, veterans, and displacement by domestic violence or hate crimes.
The demand for housing assistance far exceeds the funding provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. There are currently hundreds of people on PHA’s Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list. An announcement will be made when the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list re-opens. PHA announces wait list openings via a public notice, its website www.pottsvillehousing.net, social media, and press releases.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Schuylkill County, PA
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $663 |
| 1 Bedroom | $663 |
| 2 Bedroom | $858 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,129 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,203 |
Income Limits - Schuylkill County, PA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $14,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $23,950
- Low (80%)
- $38,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,400
- Low (80%)
- $43,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,800
- Low (80%)
- $49,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,200
- Low (80%)
- $54,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,950
- Low (80%)
- $59,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,700
- Low (80%)
- $63,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,450
- Low (80%)
- $67,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,150
- Low (80%)
- $72,250
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $14,350 | $23,950 | $38,300 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $27,400 | $43,800 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $30,800 | $49,250 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $34,200 | $54,700 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $36,950 | $59,100 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $39,700 | $63,500 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $42,450 | $67,850 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $45,150 | $72,250 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Pottsville, PA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Schuylkill County, PA is: $663 (Studio), $663 (1BR), $858 (2BR), $1129 (3BR), $1203 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Pottsville is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Pottsville have?+
Housing Authority of the City of Pottsville has a total of 880 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Pottsville?+
Housing Authority of the City of Pottsville is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5706282702, 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Schuylkill County, PA?+
For a 4-person household in Schuylkill County, PA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $34,200, Low Income (80% AMI): $54,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Pottsville?+
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.
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