Keokuk Housing Authority
Keokuk, Iowa
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About Keokuk Housing Authority
Keokuk Housing Authority (HUD agency code IA030) is the public housing agency serving Keokuk, Lee County, Iowa. It administers 212 public housing units and 175 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 Lee County, IA area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $46,000 per year, and as Low Income at or below $73,600 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 10 status changes at this agency, most recently on Oct 5, 2026.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The Keokuk Housing Authority (KHA) is currently accepting Public Housing waiting list applications for its community with 196 units available for senior/disabled households, ranging from 1 to 4 bedrooms. To apply, pre-applications must be picked up and hand-delivered to 111 S 2nd St., Keokuk, IA 52632 during normal office hours. Eligibility for these programs may depend on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration.
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 Keokuk Housing Authority Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed. It was last open for one month in December 2016.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Keokuk 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 Keokuk Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Keokuk 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 Keokuk 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 $46,000/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 Keokuk 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 Keokuk Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Keokuk Housing Authority manages approximately 387 assisted housing units (175 Section 8, 212 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Keokuk. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Keokuk Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Keokuk Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Keokuk Housing Authority manages approximately 212 Public Housing units in Keokuk. 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 Keokuk 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 Keokuk. This program serves approximately 175 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 Keokuk Housing Authority?
Keokuk Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Keokuk Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Lee County, IA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $46,000. 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 | $19,350 | $32,200 | $51,550 |
| 2 Persons | $22,100 | $36,800 | $58,900 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $41,400 | $66,250 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $46,000 | $73,600 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $49,700 | $79,500 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $53,400 | $85,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $57,050 | $91,300 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $60,750 | $97,200 |
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 Keokuk Housing Authority — including across state lines.