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Housing Authority of Jefferson Parish

Name: Housing Authority of Jefferson Parish
Address: 1718 Betty St, Marrero, LA, 70072, US
Telephone: 5043474381

1718 Betty St, Marrero, LA, 70072

Information verified September 6, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 20 hr ago

About This Property

Housing Authority of Jefferson Parish operates 5,034 units of public housing in Marrero, LA. The authority currently accepts applications for both its public housing program and Section 8 voucher assistance, with both waitlists open to new applicants. Interested residents can apply directly through the housing authority for either affordable housing option.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The waitlist was last open in May 2019 for 1-4 bedroom units. Preference was for families already receiving public housing assistance from HAJP and residing in the Acre Road development. Applications were accepted in-person at the HAJP office, with placement by date and time received.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list, now handled by Jefferson Parish Housing Services Development District (JPHSDD), last opened online from September 22, 2025, to September 23, 2025. A computerized lottery randomly selected 10,000 applicants for placement on the waiting list.

Last verified March 6, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 5, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

5034

Income Limits - Jefferson County, LA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $14,750
Very Low (50%): $24,550
Low (80%): $39,300

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $28,050
Low (80%): $44,900

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $31,550
Low (80%): $50,500

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $35,050
Low (80%): $56,100

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $37,900
Low (80%): $60,600

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $40,700
Low (80%): $65,100

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $43,500
Low (80%): $69,600

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $46,300
Low (80%): $74,100

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$14,750	$24,550	$39,300
2 Persons	$17,420	$28,050	$44,900
3 Persons	$21,960	$31,550	$50,500
4 Persons	$26,500	$35,050	$56,100
5 Persons	$31,040	$37,900	$60,600
6 Persons	$35,580	$40,700	$65,100
7 Persons	$40,120	$43,500	$69,600
8 Persons	$44,660	$46,300	$74,100

Frequently Asked Questions

How many units does Housing Authority of Jefferson Parish have?+

Housing Authority of Jefferson Parish has a total of 5034 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in Jefferson County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $35,050, Low Income (80% AMI): $56,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of Jefferson Parish?+

Housing Authority of Jefferson Parish is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5043474381, 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 Housing Authority of Jefferson Parish?+

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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