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About Scranton Housing Authority
Scranton Housing Authority (PHA Code PA003) is located in Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania. This agency manages approximately 2,336 assisted housing units. These include 1,059 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) units and 1,277 Public Housing units, providing rental assistance to eligible low-income families and individuals.
Currently, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open for applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is closed to new applicants and has remained closed.
To qualify for assistance, applicants must meet specific income limits. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA MSA area is $41,850 per year. Interested applicants for Public Housing should contact the authority for application details.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The application list for the Public Housing Program for Four (4) Bedroom Apartments is open. Income limits apply. Applications are handed out and taken at the Scranton Housing Authority’s Administration Building.
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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 are closed due to a large number of families waiting. Ranking is based on preferences and application receipt date/time. Preferences include involuntary displacement, Scranton residency with employment, age/disability, education/training completion, domestic violence victim, homelessness, substandard housing, and paying over 50% of income for rent.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Scranton Housing Authority directly at (570) 348-4401 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 Scranton Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Scranton 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 Scranton 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 $41,850/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 Scranton Housing Authority directly at (570) 348-4401 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 Scranton Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Scranton Housing Authority manages approximately 2,336 assisted housing units (1,059 Section 8, 1,277 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Scranton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Scranton Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Scranton Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Scranton Housing Authority manages approximately 1,277 Public Housing units in Scranton. 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 Scranton 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 Scranton. This program serves approximately 1,059 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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Scranton Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Scranton Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $41,850. 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 | $17,600 | $29,300 | $46,900 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $33,500 | $53,600 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $37,700 | $60,300 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $41,850 | $66,950 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $45,200 | $72,350 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $51,900 | $83,050 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $55,250 | $88,400 |
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 Scranton Housing Authority — including across state lines.