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Wilkes Barre Housing Authority

Name: Wilkes Barre Housing Authority
Address: 50 Lincoln Plz, Wilkes Barre, PA, 18702, US
Telephone: 5708256657

50 Lincoln Plz, Wilkes Barre, PA, 18702

Information verified July 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 23 hr ago

About This Property

Wilkes Barre Housing Authority operates 1,791 public housing units across Wilkes Barre, PA in Luzerne County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened July 1, 2026

Apply: Multiple

Applicants residing in the county must pick up applications in-person; out-of-county applicants can request applications by mail. Completed applications, with required documents, must be hand-delivered by all adult household members. Preferences include veteran, disabled, elderly, or living/working in Wilkes Barre.

Last verified July 2, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The HCV waiting list is closed due to a large number of families waiting for assistance. Preferences include residency in Wilkes-Barre, working/elderly/disabled, veteran's preference, and job training preference.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 7, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1791

Fair Market Rent - Luzerne County, PA

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$730
1 Bedroom	$854
2 Bedroom	$1,039
3 Bedroom	$1,343
4 Bedroom	$1,464

Income Limits - Luzerne County, PA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $14,850
Very Low (50%): $24,750
Low (80%): $39,550

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $28,250
Low (80%): $45,200

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $31,800
Low (80%): $50,850

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $35,300
Low (80%): $56,500

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $38,150
Low (80%): $61,050

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $40,950
Low (80%): $65,550

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $43,800
Low (80%): $70,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $46,600
Low (80%): $74,600

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$14,850	$24,750	$39,550
2 Persons	$17,420	$28,250	$45,200
3 Persons	$21,960	$31,800	$50,850
4 Persons	$26,500	$35,300	$56,500
5 Persons	$31,040	$38,150	$61,050
6 Persons	$35,580	$40,950	$65,550
7 Persons	$40,120	$43,800	$70,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$46,600	$74,600

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Wilkes Barre, PA?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Luzerne County, PA is: $730 (Studio), $854 (1BR), $1039 (2BR), $1343 (3BR), $1464 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Wilkes Barre Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Wilkes Barre Housing Authority have?+

Wilkes Barre Housing Authority has a total of 1791 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Luzerne County, PA?+

For a 4-person household in Luzerne County, PA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $35,300, Low Income (80% AMI): $56,500. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Wilkes Barre Housing Authority?+

Wilkes Barre Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5708256657, 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 Wilkes Barre Housing Authority?+

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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