Springfield Housing Authority
Springfield, Illinois
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About Springfield Housing Authority
Springfield Housing Authority (HUD agency code IL004) is the public housing agency serving Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. It administers 746 public housing units and 2,413 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 2 waiting lists at this agency, covering Public Housing, HCV. As of Oct 6, 2026, 1 is open and 1 is closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Springfield, IL MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $57,350 per year, and as Low Income at or below $91,750 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted Monday & Tuesday 8:30 am-11:30 am & 1:00 pm-4:00 pm. Local preferences include Local Residency (25 points), Working Family (50 points), Elderly Household (50 points), and Disabled Family (50 points).
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.
Applications are only accepted for special programs (VASH, FUP, Homeownership, PBV, etc.). Applications for special programs are accepted Tuesdays from 8:30 am-11:30 am & 1:00 pm-4:00 pm. Local preferences include Local Residency (25 points) and Local Employment (30 points).
Official Application
Contact Springfield Housing Authority directly 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 Springfield Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Springfield Housing Authority 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 Springfield 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 $57,350/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 Springfield Housing Authority directly at 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 Springfield Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Springfield Housing Authority manages approximately 3,159 assisted housing units (2,413 Section 8, 746 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Springfield. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Springfield Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Springfield Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Springfield Housing Authority manages approximately 746 Public Housing units in Springfield. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Springfield 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 Springfield. This program serves approximately 2,413 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 Springfield Housing Authority?
Springfield Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Springfield Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Springfield, IL MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $57,350. 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 | $24,100 | $40,150 | $64,250 |
| 2 Persons | $27,550 | $45,900 | $73,400 |
| 3 Persons | $31,000 | $51,650 | $82,600 |
| 4 Persons | $34,400 | $57,350 | $91,750 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $61,950 | $99,100 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $66,550 | $106,450 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $71,150 | $113,800 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $75,750 | $121,150 |
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 Springfield Housing Authority — including across state lines.