About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Beckley provides 712 units of public housing in Beckley, West Virginia. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. Interested applicants should contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
The Housing Authority of the City of Beckley is currently accepting applications for families and senior/disabled individuals, with a preference for working families and applicants enrolled in an educational or job training program.
The Beckley Housing Authority's Section 8 (HCV) waiting list is open, with a preference for working families and applicants enrolled in an educational or job training program.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Raleigh County, WV
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $707 |
| 1 Bedroom | $711 |
| 2 Bedroom | $925 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,304 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,421 |
Income Limits - Raleigh County, WV
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $20,150
- Low (80%)
- $32,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $23,000
- Low (80%)
- $36,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,900
- Low (80%)
- $41,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,750
- Low (80%)
- $46,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,050
- Low (80%)
- $49,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $33,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,350
- Low (80%)
- $53,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,650
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,650
- Low (80%)
- $57,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $37,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,950
- Low (80%)
- $60,750
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $20,150 | $32,200 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $23,000 | $36,800 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $25,900 | $41,400 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $28,750 | $46,000 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $31,050 | $49,700 |
| 6 Persons | $33,350 | $33,350 | $53,400 |
| 7 Persons | $35,650 | $35,650 | $57,050 |
| 8 Persons | $37,950 | $37,950 | $60,750 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Beckley, WV?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Raleigh County, WV is: $707 (Studio), $711 (1BR), $925 (2BR), $1304 (3BR), $1421 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Beckley is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Beckley have?+
Housing Authority of the City of Beckley has a total of 712 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Raleigh County, WV?+
For a 4-person household in Raleigh County, WV, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $28,750, Low Income (80% AMI): $46,000. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Beckley?+
Housing Authority of the City of Beckley is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3042561771, 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 the City of Beckley?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. 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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