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Housing Authority of Salt Lake City

Name: Housing Authority of Salt Lake City
Address: 1776 S West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT, 84115, US
Telephone: 8014872161

1776 S West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT, 84115

Information verified November 4, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 13 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of Salt Lake City operates 3,274 units of public housing throughout Salt Lake County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applicants. This housing authority provides rental assistance and affordable housing options to eligible residents in the Salt Lake City area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Authority of Salt Lake City is not accepting applications for its Public Housing waiting lists, and no opening date is scheduled. Families with sex offender registrants are not eligible, and all adult household members must pass a criminal background check.

Last verified February 25, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened January 21, 2020

Closed March 31, 2021

The centralized HCV waitlist, a partnership with Housing Connect, is closed to new applications; existing applicants were required to update their information by September 30, 2026, to avoid removal. Preferences may include seniors, persons with disabilities, domestic violence victims, and local residents/workers.

Last verified October 27, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated November 4, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

3274

Fair Market Rent - Salt Lake County, UT

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,121
1 Bedroom	$1,338
2 Bedroom	$1,606
3 Bedroom	$2,168
4 Bedroom	$2,452

Income Limits - Salt Lake County, UT

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $19,400
Very Low (50%): $32,300
Low (80%): $51,650

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $22,150
Very Low (50%): $36,900
Low (80%): $59,000

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $24,900
Very Low (50%): $41,500
Low (80%): $66,400

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $27,650
Very Low (50%): $46,100
Low (80%): $73,750

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $49,800
Low (80%): $79,650

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $53,500
Low (80%): $85,550

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $57,200
Low (80%): $91,450

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $60,900
Low (80%): $97,350

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$19,400	$32,300	$51,650
2 Persons	$22,150	$36,900	$59,000
3 Persons	$24,900	$41,500	$66,400
4 Persons	$27,650	$46,100	$73,750
5 Persons	$31,040	$49,800	$79,650
6 Persons	$35,580	$53,500	$85,550
7 Persons	$40,120	$57,200	$91,450
8 Persons	$44,660	$60,900	$97,350

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Salt Lake City, UT?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Salt Lake County, UT is: $1121 (Studio), $1338 (1BR), $1606 (2BR), $2168 (3BR), $2452 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of Salt Lake City is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of Salt Lake City have?+

Housing Authority of Salt Lake City has a total of 3274 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of Salt Lake City?+

Housing Authority of Salt Lake City is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8014872161, 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 Salt Lake City?+

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.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Salt Lake County, UT?+

For a 4-person household in Salt Lake County, UT, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $27,650, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $46,100, Low Income (80% AMI): $73,750. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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