Maine State Housing Authority
Kennebec County -353 Water Street, Augusta, ME, 4330
Maine State Housing Authority
Section 8 Wait List in Augusta, ME
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(207) 626-4600
Program Types
Section 8 Voucher
Maine State Housing Authority Program Summary
Maine State Housing Authority is a public housing agency that helps provide decent and safe rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Maine State Housing Authority manages several funded programs and has a total of 60 subsidized affordable housing units for rental assistance. Maine State Housing Authority administered a total of 50 Section 8 Vouchers. Maine State Housing Authority currently has Section 8 as its program type. Maine State Housing Authority is located at 353 Water Street, Augusta, ME, 4330 and serves the city of Augusta. Income limits, fair market rents and rent rates vary with each agency. Please contact Maine State Housing Authority at, (207) 626-4600 for more information about coverage area and program availability.
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Income Limits for Kennebec, ME
HUD sets Income Limits for each area based on the median family income in that area. Each Public Housing Agency (PHA) will use the Income Limit set for the jurisdiction that the PHA covers. Therefore, a family may be eligible for one PHA but not another. The number of people in a household determines the Income Limit that is set for determining the family's eligibility for the program that they are applying for. Below are the Income Limits for Kennebec County, ME:
$77,700
Median Income Limits of Kennebec County, ME
Income Limits for Kennebec, ME
HUD sets Income Limits for each area based on the median family income in that area. Each Public Housing Agency (PHA) will use the Income Limit set for the jurisdiction that the PHA covers. Therefore, a family may be eligible for one PHA but not another. The number of people in a household determines the Income Limit that is set for determining the family's eligibility for the program that they are applying for. Below are the Income Limits for Kennebec County, ME:
$77,700
Median Income Limits of Kennebec County, ME
| Persons in Family | 80%Low Income Limit  | 50%Low Income Limit | 30%Low Income Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $42,250 | $26,400 | $15,850 |
| 2 Person | $48,250 | $30,200 | $18,100 |
| 3 Person | $54,300 | $33,950 | $21,720 |
| 4 Person | $60,300 | $37,700 | $26,200 |
| 5 Person | $65,150 | $40,750 | $30,680 |
Know More About The Fair Market Rents in Augusta, ME
Fair Market Rents are HUD's determination of the average rents in a particular area for each bedroom size. The FMRs are set each year based on the rental rates of unsubsidized units so that participants in HUD programs have equal access for affordable housing. Here are the Fair Market Rents for Kennebec County, ME:
Efficiency
$656
One-Bedroom
$678
Two-Bedroom
$844
Three-Bedroom
$1,105
Four-Bedroom
$1,179
Efficiency
$656
One-Bedroom
$678
Two-Bedroom
$844
Three-Bedroom
$1,105
Four-Bedroom
$1,179
Maine State Housing Authority Location in ME
Kennebec County -353 Water Street, Augusta, ME, 4330
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Housing Authorities near Augusta, ME
| Agency | Section 8 Vouchers | Housing Units | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Augusta Housing AuthorityAugusta, ME - 0.55 Miles | 214 | 78 | Open | Contact |
 Waterville Housing AuthorityWaterville, ME - 17.42 Miles | 100 | 40 | Open | Contact |
 Lewiston Housing AuthorityLewiston, ME - 26.35 Miles | N/A | N/A | Open | Contact |
 Auburn Housing AuthorityAuburn, ME - 26.71 Miles | N/A | N/A | Open | Contact |
 Bath Housing AuthorityBath, ME - 27.81 Miles | 134 | 97 | Open | Contact |
 Brunswick Housing AuthorityBrunswick, ME - 28.66 Miles | N/A | N/A | Open | Contact |
Local Information for Augusta, ME
The capital city of Maine and the seat of Kennebec County, Augusta is home to over 19,000 individuals, based on the 2010 census. It is the eighth largest city in Maine and the third smallest state capital.
While you’re in the city, you may want to visit the Maine State Museum and the Pine Tree State Arboretum. If a taste of history is really what you’re looking for, then you may also want to drop by Old Fort Western and Sonny’s Museum. If you’re travelling with kids, then you may also want to visit the Children’s Discovery Museum.
Residents benefit from a relatively low cost of living and a low unemployment rate. The retail trade and construction industries provide most of the employment opportunities in the city. Educational needs are addressed by 42 preschools, 8 elementary schools, 11 middle schools, and 7 high schools. The city is also home to the University of Maine at Augusta.
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Population
121,112Persons per household
2.29Persons per household structure
21.2%Homeownership Rate
70.6%Housing Units
61,093Yearly Income per Person
$25,770Median Household Income
$46,808
