Housing Authority of the City of Kinston
Kinston, North Carolina
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About Housing Authority of the City of Kinston
Housing Authority of the City of Kinston (HUD agency code NC004) is the public housing agency serving Kinston, Lenoir County, North Carolina. It administers 641 public housing units and 889 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 2 waiting lists at this agency, covering Public Housing, HCV. As of Oct 5, 2026, 1 is open and 1 is closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Lenoir County, NC area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $38,200 per year, and as Low Income at or below $61,100 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 6 status changes at this agency, most recently on May 6, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 2, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Preferences include emergency displacement, families with children, elderly, and disabled; declining two unit invitations will purge the application from the waitlist.
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.
Applications were selected by a lottery system, and preferences generally assist very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled. Applications were picked up in person at various KHA offices and submitted by mail.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Kinston directly 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 Housing Authority of the City of Kinston
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Kinston 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 Housing Authority of the City of Kinston, 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 $38,200/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 Housing Authority of the City of Kinston directly at 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 Housing Authority of the City of Kinston, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Kinston manages approximately 1,530 assisted housing units (889 Section 8, 641 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Kinston. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Kinston
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Kinston 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 Kinston manages approximately 641 Public Housing units in Kinston. 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 City of Kinston 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 Kinston. This program serves approximately 889 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 Housing Authority of the City of Kinston?
Housing Authority of the City of Kinston Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Kinston are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Lenoir County, NC. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $38,200. 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 | $16,050 | $26,750 | $42,800 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,600 | $48,900 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,400 | $55,000 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $38,200 | $61,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $41,300 | $66,000 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $44,350 | $70,900 |
| 7 Persons | $47,400 | $47,400 | $75,800 |
| 8 Persons | $50,450 | $50,450 | $80,700 |
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 Housing Authority of the City of Kinston — including across state lines.