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About Housing Authority of the City of Keota
The Housing Authority of the City of Keota (PHA Code: OK121) is situated in Keota, Haskell County, Oklahoma. This agency is responsible for managing approximately 18 assisted housing units. Currently, the waitlist is open for its Public Housing program. The status of the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is not known at this time.
Applicants for Public Housing should be aware that income limits are a key factor for eligibility. For example, a family of four in the Haskell County, OK area must not exceed a very low income limit of $37,100 per year. Eligibility is based on income and other specific program requirements.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently accepting pre-applications for families and senior/disabled households, with applicants placed on the list by the date and time the pre-application is received. No documents are needed at the time of pre-application. To apply, visit the KHA office at 200 W Grand Cir, Keota, OK 74941 to pick up and hand-deliver a pre-application, Tuesday-Friday, from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm.
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.
Conflicting information exists regarding whether the Housing Authority of the City of Keota administers Housing Choice Vouchers, and no specific waiting list status could be found for Keota, OK121.
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Keota directly at (918) 966-3202 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 Keota
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Keota 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 Keota, 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 $37,100/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 Keota directly at (918) 966-3202 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 Keota, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Keota manages approximately 18 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Keota. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Keota
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Keota 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 Keota manages approximately 18 Public Housing units in Keota. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Keota 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 Keota. 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 Keota?
Housing Authority of the City of Keota Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Keota are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Haskell County, OK. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $37,100. 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 | $15,650 | $26,000 | $41,550 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $29,700 | $47,500 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $33,400 | $53,450 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $37,100 | $59,350 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $40,100 | $64,100 |
| 6 Persons | $43,050 | $43,050 | $68,850 |
| 7 Persons | $46,050 | $46,050 | $73,600 |
| 8 Persons | $49,000 | $49,000 | $78,350 |
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 Keota — including across state lines.