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Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Hamilton, MA

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Essex County Public Housing Authority.

Income may not exceed 50% of the median income from the table below. The Housing Authority must provide 75 percent of vouchers to those whose income does not exceed 30% of the median income listed below.

HUD Income Limits 2024 in Hamilton, MA.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2024Median Family Income2024 Yearly Income Limit2024 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income LimitsCategory12345
Essex County, MA$149,300Very Low Income (50%)$66,800$74,200$80,150$86,100$92,050
Extremely Low Income (30%)$40,050$44,500$48,100$51,650$55,200
Low Income (80%) $106,650$118,450$127,950$137,450$146,900

Essex County Public Housing Authorities

We have listed all of the housing authorities in Essex County. Using the chart above, if you qualify as low income (Very Low Income OR Extremely Low Income), we recommend that you visit your local housing authority. They should be your first stop for housing and rental assistance programs.
1. To get on the waiting list for Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8), visit the links provided below to the closest Essex County housing authority to your city in your city.
2. You can also visit the Housing Authority for other low income housing programs with rent assistance.

Public Housing Eligibility

To be eligible for public housing, households must meet the following requirements:
1. Have an income that is below a certain level.
2. Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident.
3. Have a demonstrated need for housing assistance.

Public housing tenants pay rent based on their income. The rent is typically set at 30% of the household's monthly income.
If you are interested in learning more about public housing, or if you think you may be eligible, you can contact your local housing authority (lsted above). The Public Housing Authority can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for public housing assistance.

Haverhill Housing Authority

25-C Washington Square
Haverhill, MA - 01831
Essex County
Website: https://www.mvhousing.net/
Phone Number: (978) 372-6761

Gloucester Housing Authority

259 Washington Street
Gloucester, MA - 01931
Essex County
Website: http://www.ghama.com/
Phone Number: (978) 281-4770

Ipswich Housing Authority

One Agawam Village
Ipswich, MA - 01938
Essex County
Website: https://www.ipswichhousingauthority.com/
Phone Number: (978) 356-2860

Peabody Housing Authority

75 81 Central Street
Peabody, MA - 01960
Essex County
Website: http://www.peabodyhousing.org/
Phone Number: (978) 531-1938

Merrimac Housing Authority

52 Merrimac Village
Merrimac, MA - 01860
Essex County
Website: http://www.merrimac01860.info/401/Merrimac-Housing-Authority
Phone Number: (978) 346-8231

Lawrence Housing Authority

353 Elm Street
Lawrence, MA - 01842
Essex County
Website: https://ldcha.org/
Phone Number: (978) 683-2751

Salem Housing Authority

27 Charter Street
Salem, MA - 01970
Essex County
Website: https://www.salemhousingor.com/
Phone Number: (978)744-4432

Newburyport Housing Authority

25 Temple Street
Newburyport, MA - 01950
Essex County
Website: http://nhahousing.com/
Phone Number: (978) 465-7216

Salisbury Housing Authority

23 Beach Road
Salisbury, MA - 01952
Essex County
Phone Number: (978) 462-8600

Saugus Housing Authority

19 Talbot Street
Saugus, MA - 01906
Essex County
Website: http://town.saugus.ma.us/HA/
Phone Number: (781) 233-2116

Amesbury Housing Authority

180 Main Street
Amesbury, MA - 01913
Essex County
Website: http://www.amesburyha.com/
Phone Number: (978) 388-2022

Danvers Housing Authority

14 Stone Street
Danvers, MA - 01923
Essex County
Website: https://danvershousing.org/
Phone Number: (978) 777-0909

Rockport Housing Authority

13 Millbrook Park
Rockport, MA - 01966
Essex County
Website: https://www.rockportma.gov/housing-authority
Phone Number: (978) 546-3181

Andover Housing Authority

100 Morton Street
Andover, MA - 01810
Essex County
Website: http://andoverma.gov/
Phone Number: (978) 475-2365

Groveland Housing Authority

10 River Pines
Groveland, MA - 01834
Essex County
Website: https://www.grovelandma.com/groveland-housing-authority
Phone Number: (978) 374-0370

Lynn Housing Authority

95 Tremont St
Lynn, MA - 01902
Essex County
Website: http://www.lhand.org/
Phone Number: (781) 581-8600

Beverly Housing Authority

137 Bridge Street
Beverly, MA - 01915
Essex County
Website: http://www.beverlyhousing.net/
Phone Number: (978) 922-3100

North Andover Housing Authority

One Morkeski Meadow
North Andover, MA - 01845
Essex County
Website: http://www.townofnorthandover.com/
Phone Number: (978) 682-3932

Methuen Housing Authority

25 Jade Street
Methuen, MA - 01844
Essex County
Website: http://www.methuenhousing.org/
Phone Number: (978) 682-8607

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HUD Housing Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties In Hamilton, MA

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Hamilton, MA. LIHTC apartment rents are not based on the tenants income. Income credit set aside brackets are selected during the apartment credit applications are used to determine the apartment rents.

The rents are based upon the Area Medium Income (AMI) and tenant based utility allowances. At least 20% of these apartments (listed below), must provide these low rates for low-income tenants.

HUD housing LIHTC Eligibility Requirements

Income: Households must earn below a certain income level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 60% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for LIHTC housing.
Citizenship or residency status: Households must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
Need for housing assistance: Households must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that they must be unable to afford housing on their own.

In addition to the above requirements, some LIHTC properties may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for LIHTC housing, you can contact your local housing authority (listed above) or search for LIHTC properties (listed below).

LIHTC Maximum Rents

The maximum allowable rents are equal to 30% of the Area Medium Income (AMI), less the utility allowances.

HUD Fair Market Rents for Hamilton, MA Essex County

Apartment SizeHUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For AreaLIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments$1299Estimated $389.70 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments$1483Estimated $444.90 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments$1917Estimated $575.10 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments$2329Estimated $698.70 - utility allowance


Available LIHTC Properties In Hamilton, MA

Using the table above you can estimate what you would be paying by checking the LIHTC Maximum Rent section.

Contact these properties for openings and wait lists and price lists.



HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Hamilton, MA

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development provides active listings of Section 8 and Multifamily apartments. We have listed them below for you to contact. Check with them to see if they have current availabilities and/or waiting lists. With Section 8 properties, you will need a voucher. Contact the Essex County Public Housing Authorities, listed at the top of this page.

Eligibility for HUD Housing Section 8, you must meet the following requirements:

Income: Your income must be below a certain level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 50% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for Section 8 housing.
Citizenship or residency status: You must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
Need for housing assistance: You must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that you must be unable to afford housing on your own.

In addition to the above requirements, some Section 8 programs may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for Section 8 housing, you can contact your local Public Housing Authority (listed above). The Public Housing Authorities can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for Section 8 assistance.

Tips To Get In To Section 8 Housing:

Local Rules: Each local housing authority has different rules around Section 8. Decide where you want to live and find the housing authorities in charge of those neighborhoods.
Applying for a Voucher: Contact your local Public Housing Agency (PHA) to apply for a voucher. They can tell you if they’re currently accepting new applicants and provide application details.
Payment Standards: Section 8 doesn’t specify a fixed dollar amount for rent assistance. Instead, the PHA sets a payment standard based on local housing market rates.



About our Data

Our data is collected from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development data along with computations based on their rules on apartments/housing.

How does HUD housing work in MA?

You must qualify for the HUD apartments in the area you are searching. Then, you need to apply directly at the location or through the Public Housing Authority.