Program Benefits
Public housing offers stable, affordable housing with support services
Income-Based Rent
Pay approximately 30% of your adjusted income
Maintenance Included
Repairs and upkeep handled by housing authority
Community Services
Access to resident programs and support services
Stable Housing
No time limits on how long you can stay
Types of Public Housing
Public housing comes in many forms to meet different needs
Family Developments
Multi-bedroom units for families with children
Senior Buildings
Age-restricted communities for elderly residents
Scattered Sites
Single-family homes and small buildings throughout the city
Mixed-Income Communities
Developments with market-rate and affordable units
Eligibility Requirements
Public housing serves the lowest-income residents in our communities:
- Income at or below 80% of Area Median Income (most residents at 30% AMI or below)
- U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status
- Pass criminal background check
- Good rental history (or valid explanation for issues)
- Meet family composition requirements for unit size
Income Limits (2024) - 80% AMI
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metropolitan Area
Household SizeMax Income
1 Person$58,450
2 Persons$66,800
3 Persons$75,150
4 Persons$83,500
5 Persons$90,200
6 Persons$96,900
Note: Most residents must have income at or below 30% AMI at admission