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Housing Authority of the City of Wilson
Wilson, North Carolina
Last Updated
5 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the City of Wilson
The Housing Authority of the City of Wilson (PHA Code: NC020) is situated in Wilson, Wilson County, North Carolina. It manages approximately 1,401 assisted housing units, which comprise 784 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 617 Public Housing units.
For those seeking assistance, the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program is currently open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and the Public Housing program are presently closed to new applicants. Information on the Mainstream and RAD programs is not currently available.
To provide context for eligibility, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in Wilson County is $39,650 per year. Applicants should verify current income limits and specific eligibility requirements directly for any open programs.
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Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Varita Court Senior waiting list is open for low-income residents aged 62 and older. Applications are accepted in-person on Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or a scanned completed application can be emailed; preferences are given to applicants who live, work, or attend school locally.
Other (Senior Housing - Varita Court) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person or Mail
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for low-income residents aged 62 and older. Applications are accepted in-person on Thursdays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, or a scanned completed application can be emailed. Preferences are given to applicants who live, work, or attend school locally.
Other (Senior Housing) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The Varita Court Senior waiting list is currently open for senior rental housing assistance.
Other - Senior Housing (Varita Court) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted in-person on Thursdays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, with preferences given to applicants who live, work, or attend school locally.
Other Senior Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The Varita Court Senior waiting list is currently open, with applications accepted in person on Thursdays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Preferences are given to applicants who live, work, or attend school locally.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program is currently open for new applications with no stated deadline.
Senior Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Varita Court Senior waiting list is currently open for low-income residents aged 62 and older, accepting applications in-person on Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or via emailed scanned applications. Preferences are given to applicants who live, work, or attend school locally.
Senior Housing (Varita Court) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person or Email
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for low-income residents aged 62 and older. Applications are accepted in-person on Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or scanned and emailed. Preferences are given to applicants who live, work, or attend school locally.
Other Programs
4 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.
The waiting list for this program is currently closed. At this time no new applications are being accepted.
The Wilson Housing Authority will be closing its 1-, 2-, 4- and 5-bedroom public housing waiting lists on April 2, 2026. The only public housing waiting list that will remain open after that date will be the 3-bedroom waiting list.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Wilson portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Wilson
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Wilson currently has 8 open waiting lists (Other, Other (Senior Housing - Varita Court), Other (Senior Housing), Other - Senior Housing (Varita Court), Other Senior, PBV, Senior Housing, Senior Housing (Varita Court)). 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 Wilson, 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 $39,650/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
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Wilson portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Wilson, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Wilson manages approximately 1,401 assisted housing units (784 Section 8, 617 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Wilson. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Wilson
Other open
The Other program at Housing Authority of the City of Wilson provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wilson. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Senior Housing - Varita Court) open
The Other (Senior Housing - Varita Court) program at Housing Authority of the City of Wilson provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wilson. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Senior Housing) open
The Other (Senior Housing) program at Housing Authority of the City of Wilson provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wilson. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other - Senior Housing (Varita Court) open
The Other - Senior Housing (Varita Court) program at Housing Authority of the City of Wilson provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wilson. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Senior open
The Other Senior program at Housing Authority of the City of Wilson provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wilson. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Wilson are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Wilson. 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.
Senior Housing open
The Senior Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Wilson provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wilson. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing (Varita Court) open
The Senior Housing (Varita Court) program at Housing Authority of the City of Wilson provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wilson. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Wilson 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 Wilson. This program serves approximately 784 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Wilson 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 Wilson manages approximately 617 Public Housing units in Wilson. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Wilson 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Wilson converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Wilson maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Wilson?
Housing Authority of the City of Wilson Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Wilson are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Wilson County, NC. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $39,650. 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 | $16,700 | $27,800 | $44,450 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $31,750 | $50,800 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $35,700 | $57,150 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $39,650 | $63,450 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $42,850 | $68,550 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $46,000 | $73,650 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $49,200 | $78,700 |
| 8 Persons | $52,350 | $52,350 | $83,800 |
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 Wilson — including across state lines.