Texas Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher
Federal rental-assistance vouchers administered by local Texas housing authorities. Pays the difference between 30% of the family's income and the rent on a private-market unit. Most agencies have long waitlists; some are closed.
Potential Benefit
Pays rent above 30% of household income, often $800–$1,500/month
Who Qualifies
Very-low-income Texas households (typically below 50% of area median income); priority for elderly, disabled, and families with children
Most Texas housing authorities have multi-year waitlists. Apply at any agency where the waitlist is open.
How to Apply
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