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Calcasieu Parish Human Services Department

Name: Calcasieu Parish Human Services Department
Address: 2001 Moeling St, Lake Charles, LA, 70601, US
Telephone: 3377214030

2001 Moeling St, Lake Charles, LA, 70601

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 12 hr ago

About This Property

Calcasieu Parish Human Services Department operates 572 public housing units in Lake Charles, LA. The public housing waitlist is currently closed, while the Section 8 voucher waitlist remains open for applicants. This housing authority provides rental assistance programs to eligible residents in Calcasieu County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The department accepts pre-applications at the program level; declining two invitations may result in the application being purged from the waitlist. This program provides housing opportunities for low and moderate-income families, seniors, and persons with disabilities.

Last verified February 12, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Eligibility requires families to meet HUD's definition of a family, have income at or below HUD limits, and qualify based on citizenship or eligible immigrant status. The PHA must also determine that current and past behavior of household members does not include activities prohibited by HUD or the CPHD.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

572

Income Limits - Calcasieu County, LA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $13,600
Very Low (50%): $22,650
Low (80%): $36,250

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $25,900
Low (80%): $41,400

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $29,150
Low (80%): $46,600

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $32,350
Low (80%): $51,750

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $34,950
Low (80%): $55,900

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $37,550
Low (80%): $60,050

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $40,150
Low (80%): $64,200

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $42,750
Very Low (50%): $42,750
Low (80%): $68,350

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$13,600	$22,650	$36,250
2 Persons	$17,420	$25,900	$41,400
3 Persons	$21,960	$29,150	$46,600
4 Persons	$26,500	$32,350	$51,750
5 Persons	$31,040	$34,950	$55,900
6 Persons	$35,580	$37,550	$60,050
7 Persons	$40,120	$40,150	$64,200
8 Persons	$42,750	$42,750	$68,350

Frequently Asked Questions

How many units does Calcasieu Parish Human Services Department have?+

Calcasieu Parish Human Services Department has a total of 572 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Calcasieu County, LA?+

For a 4-person household in Calcasieu County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $32,350, Low Income (80% AMI): $51,750. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Calcasieu Parish Human Services Department?+

Calcasieu Parish Human Services Department is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3377214030, 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 Calcasieu Parish Human Services Department?+

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.

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