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About Ruston City
The Housing Authority of Ruston City, located in Ruston, Lincoln County, Louisiana (PHA Code: LA232), manages approximately 294 assisted housing units, specifically 294 Housing Choice Vouchers. All waiting lists for programs administered by this authority are currently closed and not accepting applications.
Ruston City oversees various housing assistance programs including Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Mainstream Vouchers, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and RAD units. All of these programs currently have closed waiting lists. For potential applicants, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Lincoln Parish, LA area is $33,950 per year. Recent updates confirm that the waiting lists for both the RAD and Mainstream programs have been changed to a closed status.
Other Programs
5 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 Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waitlist is currently closed with no announced future opening date. Preferences for this program have not yet been confirmed.
Preferences for the waiting list have not yet been confirmed.
Preferences for the waiting list have not yet been confirmed.
The Public Housing Program waitlist does not have active openings at this time. Preferences may include eligible low-income families, veterans, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Declining two invitations will purge an application from the waitlist.
Preferences for the waiting list have not yet been confirmed.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Ruston City directly at (318) 251-3203 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 Ruston City
Check Current Status
All 5 waiting lists at Ruston City are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Ruston City, 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 $33,950/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 Ruston City directly at (318) 251-3203 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 Ruston City, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Ruston City manages approximately 294 assisted housing units (294 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Ruston. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Ruston City
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Ruston City 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 Ruston. This program serves approximately 294 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Ruston City 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 Ruston City are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Ruston. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Ruston City 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Ruston City converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Ruston 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 Ruston City?
Ruston City Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Ruston City are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Lincoln Parish, LA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $33,950. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $15,650 | $23,800 | $38,050 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $27,150 | $43,450 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $30,550 | $48,900 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $33,950 | $54,300 |
| 5 Persons | $36,700 | $36,700 | $58,650 |
| 6 Persons | $39,400 | $39,400 | $63,000 |
| 7 Persons | $42,100 | $42,100 | $67,350 |
| 8 Persons | $44,850 | $44,850 | $71,700 |
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 Ruston City — including across state lines.