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About Housing Authority of Kansas City
The Housing Authority of Kansas City (HAKC), located in Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri (PHA Code: MO002), provides affordable housing assistance to residents. HAKC manages approximately 10,697 assisted housing units. These include 8,733 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 1,964 Public Housing units.
Currently, HAKC is accepting applications for its Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program and Public Housing program. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed to new applicants. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Kansas City, MO-KS HUD Metro FMR Area is $55,700 per year. Applicants must meet specific income and eligibility requirements for the programs they apply to.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Project-Based Vouchers are included within the general Voucher Programs application, and applicants are automatically added to 19 waitlists.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Individuals wishing to apply for housing assistance programs may apply online or in person. Accommodations are available for persons with disabilities.
View original notice — hakc.orgOther 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.
A PHA may close its waiting list when it has more families on the list than can be assisted in the near future. The PHA may establish local preferences for selecting applicants from its waiting list.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of Kansas City 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 Kansas City
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of Kansas City currently has 2 open waiting lists (PBV, 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 Kansas 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 $55,700/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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of Kansas City manages approximately 10,697 assisted housing units (8,733 Section 8, 1,964 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Kansas City. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of Kansas City
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of Kansas City are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Kansas City. 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 open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of Kansas City are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of Kansas City manages approximately 1,964 Public Housing units in Kansas City. 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 Kansas 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 Kansas City. This program serves approximately 8,733 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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Housing Authority of Kansas City Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of Kansas City are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Kansas City, MO-KS HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $55,700. 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 | $23,400 | $39,000 | $62,400 |
| 2 Persons | $26,750 | $44,600 | $71,300 |
| 3 Persons | $30,100 | $50,150 | $80,200 |
| 4 Persons | $33,400 | $55,700 | $89,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $60,200 | $96,250 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $64,650 | $103,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $69,100 | $110,500 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $73,550 | $117,650 |
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 Kansas City — including across state lines.