Housing Authority of the County of San Juan
Farmington, New Mexico
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About Housing Authority of the County of San Juan
Housing Authority of the County of San Juan (HUD agency code NM066) is the public housing agency serving Farmington, San Juan County, New Mexico. It administers 387 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 5 waiting lists at this agency, covering PBV, Public Housing, HCV, Mainstream, RAD. As of Aug 17, 2026, 2 are open and 3 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Farmington, NM MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $37,800 per year, and as Low Income at or below $60,500 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 30 status changes at this agency, most recently on Sep 2, 2026.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Eligibility includes income below 50% AMI (75% of vouchers for below 30% AMI), US citizenship or eligible immigrant status, and no drug-related eviction in the past three years. Assistance is tied to specific units, and applicants are placed on the waiting list by time and date.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Eligibility requires income below 50% AMI, US citizenship or eligible immigrant status, and no drug-related eviction in the past three years; priority is given to families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals.
Other Programs
3 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.
Eligibility requires income below 50% AMI (75% for below 30% AMI), US citizenship or eligible immigrant status, and no drug-related eviction in the past three years; priority is given to families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals.
The San Juan County Housing Authority offers Mainstream programs. Currently, no Mainstream waitlists are open in New Mexico.
The San Juan County Housing Authority offers RAD programs. Currently, no RAD waitlists are open in New Mexico.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the County of San Juan 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 County of San Juan
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the County of San Juan currently has 2 open waiting lists (Project-Based Voucher (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 the County of San Juan, 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 $37,800/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 County of San Juan portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the County of San Juan, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the County of San Juan manages approximately 387 assisted housing units (387 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Farmington. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the County of San Juan
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the County of San Juan are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Farmington. 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 the County of San Juan 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.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the County of San Juan 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 Farmington. This program serves approximately 387 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 Housing Authority of the County of San Juan 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the County of San Juan converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Farmington 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 County of San Juan Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the County of San Juan are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Farmington, NM MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $37,800. 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 | $15,900 | $26,500 | $42,350 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,250 | $48,400 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,050 | $54,450 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $37,800 | $60,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $40,850 | $65,350 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $43,850 | $70,200 |
| 7 Persons | $46,900 | $46,900 | $75,050 |
| 8 Persons | $49,900 | $49,900 | $79,900 |
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 County of San Juan — including across state lines.