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About Beatrice Housing Authority
The Beatrice Housing Authority (PHA Code NE114) provides housing assistance to residents in Beatrice, Gage County, Nebraska. This authority manages Public Housing programs and administers approximately 229 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), offering rental assistance to eligible low-income families.
Currently, the Public Housing program is open for applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, however, is closed to new applicants. The status for other potential programs, including Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD), is unknown. To qualify, income limits apply; for a family of four, the Very Low Income threshold for Gage County, NE, is $47,650 annually.
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Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Eligible applicants include low-moderate income families, elderly low-income persons, and handicapped low-income persons; declining two invitations will result in the application being purged from the waitlist.
Opening Soon
2 upcomingSection 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Jun 9, 2026
Application Window
Jun 9, 2026 – Jun 9, 2026
Details
Applications are accepted for 24 hours on the second Tuesday of each month from 12 am to 11:59 p.m.
Mainstream Voucher Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Jun 9, 2026
Application Window
Jun 9, 2026 – Jun 9, 2026
Details
The waiting list for the Mainstream Voucher program opens for 24 hours on the second Tuesday of each month, coinciding with the HCV program opening.
Other Programs
2 programsThese 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.
No active waitlist information currently.
No active waitlist information currently.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Beatrice Housing Authority 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 Beatrice Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Beatrice 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 Beatrice 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 $47,650/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 Beatrice Housing Authority 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 Beatrice Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Beatrice Housing Authority manages approximately 229 assisted housing units (229 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Beatrice. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Beatrice Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Beatrice Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. 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 Beatrice 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 Beatrice. This program serves approximately 229 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Beatrice Housing Authority are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Beatrice Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Beatrice. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Beatrice Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Beatrice maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is applying at Beatrice Housing Authority free?
How long is the wait at Beatrice Housing Authority?
Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
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What are the income limits for Beatrice Housing Authority?
Beatrice Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Beatrice Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Gage County, NE. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $47,650. 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 | $20,050 | $33,400 | $53,400 |
| 2 Persons | $22,900 | $38,150 | $61,000 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $42,900 | $68,650 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $47,650 | $76,250 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $51,500 | $82,350 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $55,300 | $88,450 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $59,100 | $94,550 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $62,900 | $100,650 |
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 Beatrice Housing Authority — including across state lines.