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Housing Authority of Racine County

Name: Housing Authority of Racine County
Address: 837 S Main St, Racine, WI, 53403, US
Telephone: 2626363405

837 S Main St, Racine, WI, 53403

Information verified November 7, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 14 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of Racine County provides 1,707 public housing units throughout Racine County, Wisconsin. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority operates as a public housing provider serving the local community.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Multiple

All public housing waiting lists are currently closed. Declining two invitations to apply will result in the application being purged from the waitlist. Qualified residents pay 30% of their adjusted monthly income towards rent.

Last verified February 27, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Closed June 22, 2023

Apply: Online

The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is currently closed. When open, applications are typically submitted online, and placement on the waiting list may be determined by a random lottery or by the date and time applications were received.

Last verified February 11, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated November 7, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1707

Fair Market Rent - Racine County, WI

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$740
1 Bedroom	$842
2 Bedroom	$1,092
3 Bedroom	$1,429
4 Bedroom	$1,662

Income Limits - Racine County, WI

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $16,250
Very Low (50%): $27,050
Low (80%): $43,250

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $18,550
Very Low (50%): $30,900
Low (80%): $49,400

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $34,750
Low (80%): $55,600

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $38,600
Low (80%): $61,750

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $41,700
Low (80%): $66,700

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $44,800
Low (80%): $71,650

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $47,900
Low (80%): $76,600

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $51,000
Low (80%): $81,550

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$16,250	$27,050	$43,250
2 Persons	$18,550	$30,900	$49,400
3 Persons	$21,960	$34,750	$55,600
4 Persons	$26,500	$38,600	$61,750
5 Persons	$31,040	$41,700	$66,700
6 Persons	$35,580	$44,800	$71,650
7 Persons	$40,120	$47,900	$76,600
8 Persons	$44,660	$51,000	$81,550

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Racine, WI?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Racine County, WI is: $740 (Studio), $842 (1BR), $1092 (2BR), $1429 (3BR), $1662 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of Racine County is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of Racine County have?+

Housing Authority of Racine County has a total of 1707 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of Racine County?+

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 Housing Authority of Racine County?+

Housing Authority of Racine County is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 2626363405, 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 Racine County, WI?+

For a 4-person household in Racine County, WI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $38,600, Low Income (80% AMI): $61,750. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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