About This Property
Bennington Housing Authority operates 455 units of public housing in Bennington, Vermont. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applications. The housing authority provides rental assistance and affordable housing options to eligible residents in Bennington County.
Waitlist Information
Bennington Housing Authority accepts Public Housing pre-applications; declining two invitations will purge the application.
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed. Applications are considered in the order they are received. A residency preference is given to households living in BHA’s area of operation. At times, BHA may choose only applicants within a certain income range to meet income targeting requirements.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Bennington County, VT
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $936 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,006 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,241 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,642 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,929 |
Income Limits - Bennington County, VT
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $16,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,450
- Low (80%)
- $43,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $18,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,350
- Low (80%)
- $50,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,250
- Low (80%)
- $56,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,150
- Low (80%)
- $62,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,300
- Low (80%)
- $67,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,450
- Low (80%)
- $72,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,550
- Low (80%)
- $77,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $51,700
- Low (80%)
- $82,700
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $16,450 | $27,450 | $43,900 |
| 2 Persons | $18,800 | $31,350 | $50,150 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $35,250 | $56,400 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $39,150 | $62,650 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $42,300 | $67,700 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $45,450 | $72,700 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $51,700 | $82,700 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Bennington, VT?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Bennington County, VT is: $936 (Studio), $1006 (1BR), $1241 (2BR), $1642 (3BR), $1929 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Bennington Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Bennington Housing Authority have?+
Bennington Housing Authority has a total of 455 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Bennington County, VT?+
For a 4-person household in Bennington County, VT, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $39,150, Low Income (80% AMI): $62,650. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Bennington 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.
How do I apply for housing at Bennington Housing Authority?+
Bennington Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8024428000, 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.
Contact Information
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