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About Johnstown Housing Authority
The Johnstown Housing Authority (PHA Code: PA019) provides assisted housing services in Johnstown, Cambria County, Pennsylvania. The authority manages a total of approximately 2,604 assisted housing units. This includes 1,644 Public Housing units and 960 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) units.
Currently, the Public Housing program waitlist is open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is presently closed. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Johnstown, PA MSA area is $42,200 per year, which is used to determine eligibility for housing assistance.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Preferences are given to applicants who live, work, or attend school locally (Cambria County residents are prioritized), and to active duty U.S. servicemembers or veterans.
View original notice — jhaonline.orgOther 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.
The Waiting List for Section 8 is currently CLOSED and we are not accepting new applications. We are not processing applications or issuing any vouchers, due to lack of appropriate funding. JHA has not issued vouchers to new families since March 2025.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Johnstown Housing Authority directly at (814) 535-7771 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 Johnstown Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Johnstown Housing Authority 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 Johnstown 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 $42,200/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 Johnstown Housing Authority directly at (814) 535-7771 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 Johnstown Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Johnstown Housing Authority manages approximately 2,604 assisted housing units (960 Section 8, 1,644 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Johnstown. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Johnstown Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Johnstown Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Johnstown Housing Authority manages approximately 1,644 Public Housing units in Johnstown. 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 Johnstown 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 Johnstown. This program serves approximately 960 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 Johnstown Housing Authority?
Johnstown Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Johnstown Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Johnstown, PA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $42,200. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $17,750 | $29,550 | $47,250 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $33,800 | $54,000 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $38,000 | $60,750 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $42,200 | $67,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $45,600 | $72,900 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $48,950 | $78,300 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $52,350 | $83,700 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $55,750 | $89,100 |
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 Johnstown Housing Authority — including across state lines.