City of Compton Housing Authority
Compton, California
Last Updated
22 hours ago
About City of Compton Housing Authority
The City of Compton Housing Authority, located in Compton, Los Angeles County, California, manages approximately 803 assisted housing units. These units are primarily supported through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
The Authority administers various rental assistance programs, including Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, RAD, Mainstream, and Emergency Housing Vouchers. All waiting lists for these programs are currently closed to new applicants. Recent activity indicates programs such as RAD and Mainstream have transitioned from an unknown status to closed.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA HUD Metro FMR Area is $75,750 per year. Potential applicants should note that the City of Compton Housing Authority is not currently accepting applications for any of its housing assistance programs.
Other Programs
9 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
All waiting lists administered by the City of Compton Housing Authority, including for Emergency Housing Vouchers, are currently closed.
The waiting list for the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program is currently closed. When open, preferences are given to veterans, Compton residents, the elderly, disabled applicants, the homeless, and victims of domestic violence.
All waitlists in Compton are currently closed.
Emergency Housing Vouchers for individuals at-risk of homelessness are offered, but the waiting list is closed.
All waiting lists administered by the City of Compton Housing Authority for other rental assistance programs are currently closed.
All waitlists in Compton are currently closed.
All waitlists in Compton are currently closed.
All waitlists in Compton are currently closed.
The Compton Housing Authority's general waiting list, which would include applications for Rental Assistance Programs, is currently closed.
Status History
Official Application
Contact City of Compton Housing Authority directly at (310) 605-3080 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at City of Compton Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 9 waiting lists at City of Compton Housing Authority are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at City of Compton Housing Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $75,750/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Contact City of Compton Housing Authority directly at (310) 605-3080 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at City of Compton Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. City of Compton Housing Authority manages approximately 803 assisted housing units (803 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Compton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at City of Compton Housing Authority
Emergency Housing Vouchers closed
The Emergency Housing Vouchers program at City of Compton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Compton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at City of Compton Housing Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Compton. This program serves approximately 803 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at City of Compton Housing Authority are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
Other closed
The Other program at City of Compton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Compton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Rental Assistance Programs closed
The Other Rental Assistance Programs program at City of Compton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Compton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at City of Compton Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Compton. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at City of Compton Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at City of Compton Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Compton maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Rental Assistance Programs closed
The Rental Assistance Programs program at City of Compton Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Compton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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City of Compton Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the City of Compton Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $75,750. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $31,850 | $53,000 | $84,850 |
| 2 Persons | $36,400 | $60,600 | $96,950 |
| 3 Persons | $40,950 | $68,150 | $109,050 |
| 4 Persons | $45,450 | $75,750 | $121,150 |
| 5 Persons | $49,100 | $81,800 | $130,850 |
| 6 Persons | $52,750 | $87,850 | $140,550 |
| 7 Persons | $56,400 | $93,900 | $150,250 |
| 8 Persons | $60,000 | $100,000 | $159,950 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to City of Compton Housing Authority — including across state lines.