Housing Authority of the City of Camden
Camden, New Jersey
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About Housing Authority of the City of Camden
The Housing Authority of the City of Camden (HACC), PHA Code NJ010, provides assisted housing options in Camden, Camden County, New Jersey. HACC manages approximately 3,336 assisted housing units, which include 2,255 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 1,081 Public Housing units.
HACC operates several programs, such as Senior Designated Housing, Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and RAD. Presently, only the Senior Designated Housing program is open for applications. All other programs, including HCV, PBV, Public Housing, and RAD, are currently closed.
The Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD MSA area is $59,700 per year. It is important to note that waitlist statuses can change; for instance, the Public Housing waitlist has recently experienced periods of both being open and closed. Prospective applicants should regularly check for current program openings and updates.
Senior Designated Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, Phone
Additional Notes
Eligibility requires being a Senior Citizen (62 or older) or a Disabled person (any age, receiving Social Security Disability). Vacancies are filled from a waiting list based on income, credit, and criminal background checks.
Other Programs
4 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 Housing Choice Voucher Program has 1,444 housing choice vouchers and 239 project based vouchers.
The waiting list for 1 and 2-bedroom RAD Project-Based Vouchers at Birchwood at Parker Hall (55+ affordable housing community) is currently closed.
The general Public Housing Program waitlist is currently closed. The public will be notified via print advertising and the Housing Authority website when it reopens.
The Near Elderly RAD Section 8 Project-Based Voucher waiting list for 1-Bedroom apartments at Branch Village Phase IV is currently closed.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Camden 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 the City of Camden
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Camden currently has 1 open waiting list (Senior Designated 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 the City of Camden, 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 $59,700/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 the City of Camden 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 the City of Camden, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Camden manages approximately 3,336 assisted housing units (2,255 Section 8, 1,081 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Camden. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Camden
Senior Designated Housing open
The Senior Designated Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Camden provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Camden. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Camden 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 Camden. This program serves approximately 2,255 households. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Camden are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Camden. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Camden are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Camden manages approximately 1,081 Public Housing units in Camden. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Camden converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Camden maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of the City of Camden Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Camden are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $59,700. 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 | $25,100 | $41,800 | $66,850 |
| 2 Persons | $28,650 | $47,800 | $76,400 |
| 3 Persons | $32,250 | $53,750 | $85,950 |
| 4 Persons | $35,800 | $59,700 | $95,500 |
| 5 Persons | $38,700 | $64,500 | $103,150 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $69,300 | $110,800 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $74,050 | $118,450 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $78,850 | $126,100 |
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 the City of Camden — including across state lines.