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About Crawford County
Crawford County, located in Girard, Crawford County, Kansas (PHA Code: KS161), administers various housing assistance programs. This authority manages approximately 491 assisted housing units, primarily through 491 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Currently, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Public Housing programs are open for applications. Eligibility for these programs is based on income, with the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Crawford County, KS area set at $42,050 per year.
Other programs such as Mainstream and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV) are presently closed to new applicants; both recently changed status to closed. The status of the RAD program for this authority is unknown.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 1, 2019
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants are placed on the waiting list by the date and time the application is received with no preferences.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Priority is given to veterans, the elderly, and people exiting domestic violence; the average waiting time is 2 months.
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.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities to transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization.
Project-Based Vouchers are tied to specific housing units rather than following the tenant.
No active waitlist information currently available.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Crawford County directly at (620) 724-8204 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 Crawford County
Check Current Status
Crawford County currently has 2 open waiting lists (HCV, Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Crawford County, 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 $42,050/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 Crawford County directly at (620) 724-8204 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 Crawford County, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Crawford County manages approximately 491 assisted housing units (491 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Girard. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Crawford County
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Crawford County 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 Girard. This program serves approximately 491 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Crawford County 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.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Crawford County 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Crawford County are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Girard. 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 Crawford County converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Girard 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 Crawford County?
Crawford County Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Crawford County are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Crawford County, KS. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $42,050. 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 | $17,700 | $29,450 | $47,150 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $33,650 | $53,850 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $37,850 | $60,600 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $42,050 | $67,300 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $45,450 | $72,700 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $48,800 | $78,100 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $52,150 | $83,500 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $55,550 | $88,850 |
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 Crawford County — including across state lines.