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About Kearney Housing Agency
Kearney Housing Agency, located in Kearney, Buffalo County, Nebraska, manages approximately 338 assisted housing units. These include 153 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) units and 185 Public Housing units.
Currently, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open. The waitlist for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is closed. For eligibility, a family of four applying for Very Low Income assistance in the Buffalo County, NE area must have an income at or below $52,400 per year. Applicants should note that waitlist statuses, especially for the HCV program, can change over time.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Programs include Kearney Manor (for age 62+ or persons with disabilities, rent includes utilities) and Scattered Site Housing (2, 3, 4 bedroom homes; residents responsible for lawn care/snow removal); preferences for those displaced by natural disaster or government action.
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.
Provides rental assistance; eligibility includes very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled. Priority may be given to veterans, the elderly, and those exiting domestic violence.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Kearney Housing Agency 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 Kearney Housing Agency
Check Current Status
Kearney Housing Agency 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 Kearney Housing Agency, 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 $52,400/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 Kearney Housing Agency 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 Kearney Housing Agency, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Kearney Housing Agency manages approximately 338 assisted housing units (153 Section 8, 185 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Kearney. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Kearney Housing Agency
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Kearney Housing Agency are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Kearney Housing Agency manages approximately 185 Public Housing units in Kearney. 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 Kearney Housing Agency 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 Kearney. This program serves approximately 153 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 Kearney Housing Agency?
Kearney Housing Agency Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Kearney Housing Agency are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Buffalo County, NE. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $52,400. 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 | $22,050 | $36,700 | $58,700 |
| 2 Persons | $25,200 | $41,950 | $67,100 |
| 3 Persons | $28,350 | $47,200 | $75,500 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $52,400 | $83,850 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $56,600 | $90,600 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $60,800 | $97,300 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $65,000 | $104,000 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $69,200 | $110,700 |
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 Kearney Housing Agency — including across state lines.