
About This Property
The Housing Authority of Lake Charles operates 2,753 units of public housing throughout Calcasieu County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. This housing authority provides affordable rental options to eligible residents in the Lake Charles area.
Waitlist Information
The Public Housing waiting list is currently closed.
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed with no announced reopening date. When last open in July 2017, preferences included working, elderly, and disabled applicants, with placement by date and time received, and by order of preferences.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 7, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - Calcasieu County, LA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $13,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $22,650
- Low (80%)
- $36,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,900
- Low (80%)
- $41,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,150
- Low (80%)
- $46,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,350
- Low (80%)
- $51,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,950
- Low (80%)
- $55,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,550
- Low (80%)
- $60,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,150
- Low (80%)
- $64,200
- 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many units does Housing Authority of Lake Charles have?+
Housing Authority of Lake Charles has a total of 2753 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.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of Lake Charles?+
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 Lake Charles?+
Housing Authority of Lake Charles is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3374394189, 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.
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