Contact Boulder County Housing Authority
- Phone(303) 441-3929
- Fax(720) 564-2283
- Email[email protected]
- Address3400 Broadway St
Boulder, CO 80304 - CountyBoulder County
- ProgramsSection 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only
- HUD codeCO061
Section 8 and public housing at Boulder County Housing Authority
Boulder County Housing Authority administers Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: you rent from a private landlord and the agency pays part of the rent directly to the owner. It does not own public housing units.
Income limits for Boulder County Housing Authority
HUD sets the income limits for Boulder County, CO based on the Boulder, CO MSA figures. Section 8 eligibility depends on your total household income and household size.
| Household size | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $31,500 | $52,500 | $74,800 |
| 2 people | $36,000 | $60,000 | $85,450 |
| 3 people | $40,500 | $67,500 | $96,150 |
| 4 people | $45,000 | $75,000 | $106,800 |
| 5 people | $48,600 | $81,000 | $115,350 |
| 6 people | $52,200 | $87,000 | $123,900 |
Fair Market Rent near Boulder
Fair Market Rents are HUD's estimate of what a modest rental costs in the Boulder, CO MSA. Housing authorities set their Section 8 payment standard, the most the voucher can cover, usually between 90% and 110% of these figures.
How to apply at Boulder County Housing Authority
- Check that you qualify. Compare your household income with the limits above. You also need U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status for at least one household member.
- Find out if the waiting list is open. Call (303) 441-3929 or email [email protected]. Many agencies open their lists only a few days a year and announce it in advance.
- Submit the pre-application. Most agencies take it online or on paper during the open period. Fill it in for Section 8.
- Keep your contact details up to date. When your name comes up, the agency writes to you. If it cannot reach you, you lose your place.
- Bring your documents to the interview. IDs, Social Security numbers, birth certificates and proof of income for everyone in the household. Full checklist.
We cannot tell you whether this agency's waiting list is open today: HUD does not publish that data, and lists change often. Only Boulder County Housing Authority can confirm it.
Housing authorities near Boulder
Applying to more than one agency increases your chances: you can be on several waiting lists at once.
Frequently asked questions
What is the phone number of Boulder County Housing Authority?
(303) 441-3929. Fax: (720) 564-2283. Email: [email protected]. These are the contacts the agency reports to HUD.
Where is Boulder County Housing Authority located?
3400 Broadway St, Boulder, CO 80304, in Boulder County.
Does Boulder County Housing Authority offer Section 8?
Yes. HUD reports 984 Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) at this agency, 867 of them in use.
What are the income limits for Boulder County Housing Authority?
In Boulder County, CO, the FY2026 Section 8 (very low income) limit is $52,500 for one person and $75,000 for a family of four. Public housing accepts up to $106,800 for a family of four.
Is the Boulder County Housing Authority waiting list open?
Waiting lists open and close on dates each agency sets, often for a few days only. Call (303) 441-3929 or check the agency's notices to confirm whether it is taking applications now.
Section 8 guides
Sources: HUD Public Housing Authorities dataset (agency record updated October 6, 2026) · HUD USER income limits FY2026 · HUD USER Fair Market Rents FY2027. This page is not affiliated with Boulder County Housing Authority or HUD.