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About Oshkosh Housing Authority
The Oshkosh Housing Authority (PHA Code: NE076) is located in Oshkosh, Garden County, Nebraska. This authority manages approximately 20 assisted housing units.
Currently, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is open for new applications. The waitlist for the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program is closed, as is the waitlist for Public Housing. Applicants seeking housing assistance through the Oshkosh Housing Authority should focus on the open HCV program.
To qualify for assistance, applicants must meet specific income guidelines. For instance, a very low-income family of four in the Garden County, NE area has an income limit of $45,150 per year. It is important for all prospective applicants to verify current eligibility requirements directly with the housing authority.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
This program assists low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in affording private market housing; priority may be given to families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals.
Other Programs
2 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.
No active waitlist openings at this time.
Public housing for elderly and/or disabled and families; rent is income-based with deductions for elderly/disabled and child care. Applicants should contact the authority directly by phone for an interview and application process.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Oshkosh Housing Authority directly at (308) 772-3941 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 Oshkosh Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Oshkosh Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (HCV). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Oshkosh 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 $45,150/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 Oshkosh Housing Authority directly at (308) 772-3941 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 Oshkosh Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Oshkosh Housing Authority manages approximately 20 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Oshkosh. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Oshkosh Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Oshkosh 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 Oshkosh. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Oshkosh Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Oshkosh. 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 Oshkosh Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Oshkosh Housing Authority manages approximately 20 Public Housing units in Oshkosh. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Oshkosh Housing Authority?
Oshkosh Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Oshkosh Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Garden County, NE. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $45,150. 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 | $19,000 | $31,600 | $50,600 |
| 2 Persons | $21,700 | $36,150 | $57,800 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $40,650 | $65,050 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $45,150 | $72,250 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $48,800 | $78,050 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $52,400 | $83,850 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $56,000 | $89,600 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $59,600 | $95,400 |
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 Oshkosh Housing Authority — including across state lines.