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About Housing Authority of the City of Evansville
The Housing Authority of the City of Evansville (HACE), located in Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana (PHA Code: IN016), manages approximately 2,878 assisted housing units. These units primarily consist of Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Currently, HACE is accepting applications only for its Public Housing program. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Project-Based Voucher (PBV), and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) programs are all closed to new applications. Recent updates indicate that the Public Housing program changed from closed to open, while the RAD program recently changed from open to closed.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit is $45,300 per year within the Evansville, IN MSA area. Applicants should review the specific eligibility criteria for the Public Housing program.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are placed on a bedroom-size waiting list based on family composition and application date/time, and applicants may refuse a unit up to three times before reapplying.
Other Programs
3 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.
The 2024 Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Wait List is closed. It is projected the waiting list will not open again for at least two years or more. For families who applied between July 6-8, 2021, the waiting list was still being finalized as of July 20, 2021. EHA uses a system-generated lottery selection process.
The Project-Based Voucher waitlist was closed as of March 5, 2026. Applications are placed on bedroom size waiting lists based on family composition and date/time of application; applicants may refuse a unit three times before reapplying.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) waitlist was closed as of March 18, 2026. Applications for RAD properties are managed through individual property management companies, or via the official Housing Authority of the City of Evansville portal.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Evansville portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 City of Evansville
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Evansville 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 City of Evansville, 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 $45,300/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
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Evansville portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Evansville, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Evansville manages approximately 2,878 assisted housing units (2,878 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Evansville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Evansville
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Evansville 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.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Evansville 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 Evansville. This program serves approximately 2,878 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Evansville are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Evansville. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Evansville converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Evansville maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Evansville?
Housing Authority of the City of Evansville Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Evansville are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Evansville, IN MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $45,300. 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 | $19,050 | $31,750 | $50,750 |
| 2 Persons | $21,800 | $36,250 | $58,000 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $40,750 | $65,250 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $45,300 | $72,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $48,950 | $78,300 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $52,550 | $84,100 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $56,200 | $89,900 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $59,800 | $95,700 |
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 City of Evansville — including across state lines.