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About Housing Authority of the County of Williamson
The Housing Authority of the County of Williamson (PHA Code: IL050) is located in Carterville, Williamson County, Illinois. This authority manages approximately 892 assisted housing units. These units consist of 167 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 725 Public Housing units.
Currently, the Public Housing waitlist for the Housing Authority of the County of Williamson is open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist, however, is closed to new applicants at this time.
Applicants should be aware of income limits, which vary by family size and county. For example, a family of four in Williamson County, IL, must have a Very Low Income of $43,300 per year or less to qualify. Waitlist statuses can change, so prospective applicants should monitor for updates.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently accepting applications until further notice. Preferences may be given to veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, local residents, and extremely low-income families.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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.
The Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed with no information about when it will reopen. General eligibility for the HCV program is for very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the County of Williamson directly at (618) 985-2422 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 Housing Authority of the County of Williamson
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the County of Williamson currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the County of Williamson, 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 $43,300/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 Housing Authority of the County of Williamson directly at (618) 985-2422 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 Housing Authority of the County of Williamson, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the County of Williamson manages approximately 892 assisted housing units (167 Section 8, 725 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Carterville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the County of Williamson
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the County of Williamson are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the County of Williamson manages approximately 725 Public Housing units in Carterville. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the County of Williamson 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 Carterville. This program serves approximately 167 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the County of Williamson?
Housing Authority of the County of Williamson Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the County of Williamson are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Williamson County, IL. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $43,300. 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 | $18,200 | $30,350 | $48,550 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $34,650 | $55,450 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $39,000 | $62,400 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $43,300 | $69,300 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $46,800 | $74,850 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $50,250 | $80,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $53,700 | $85,950 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $57,200 | $91,500 |
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 Housing Authority of the County of Williamson — including across state lines.