About This Property
Western Piedmont Council of Governments operates 1,330 housing units in Hickory, NC serving Catawba County. The housing authority currently maintains a closed waitlist for public housing while accepting applications for its Section 8 program. Prospective residents can apply for available Section 8 assistance through the authority's open waitlist.
Waitlist Information
Eligibility requires income at or below 50% of HUD AMI, and a preference-scoring model is used. All adult household members must attend an application appointment for rental and criminal history review. A smoke-free policy is in effect.
This program serves Alexander, Burke, Caldwell, and Catawba counties. Preferences included families terminated from HCV due to insufficient funding, local residency or employment, families with a disabled member, active military members, veterans or their spouses, and homeless or at-risk individuals with disabilities. Applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time received, weighed by preferences.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated September 5, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Catawba County, NC
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $806 |
| 1 Bedroom | $834 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,014 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,314 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,506 |
Income Limits - Catawba County, NC
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $21,150
- Low (80%)
- $33,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,150
- Low (80%)
- $38,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,150
- Low (80%)
- $43,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,150
- Low (80%)
- $48,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,600
- Low (80%)
- $52,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,000
- Low (80%)
- $56,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $37,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,400
- Low (80%)
- $59,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $39,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,800
- Low (80%)
- $63,700
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $21,150 | $33,800 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $24,150 | $38,600 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $27,150 | $43,450 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $30,150 | $48,250 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $32,600 | $52,150 |
| 6 Persons | $35,000 | $35,000 | $56,000 |
| 7 Persons | $37,400 | $37,400 | $59,850 |
| 8 Persons | $39,800 | $39,800 | $63,700 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Hickory, NC?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Catawba County, NC is: $806 (Studio), $834 (1BR), $1014 (2BR), $1314 (3BR), $1506 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Western Piedmont Council of Governments is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Western Piedmont Council of Governments have?+
Western Piedmont Council of Governments has a total of 1330 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Catawba County, NC?+
For a 4-person household in Catawba County, NC, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $30,150, Low Income (80% AMI): $48,250. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Western Piedmont Council of Governments?+
Western Piedmont Council of Governments is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8283229191, 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 Western Piedmont Council of Governments?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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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