Contact City of Long Beach Housing Authority
- Phone(562) 570-6985
- Email[email protected]
- Address1500 Hughes Way Ste A150
Long Beach, CA 90810 - CountyLos Angeles County
- ProgramsSection 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only
- HUD codeCA068
Section 8 and public housing at City of Long Beach Housing Authority
City of Long Beach 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 City of Long Beach Housing Authority
HUD sets the income limits for Los Angeles County, CA based on the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA HUD Metro FMR Area 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 | $35,000 | $58,300 | $93,300 |
| 2 people | $40,000 | $66,650 | $106,600 |
| 3 people | $45,000 | $74,950 | $119,950 |
| 4 people | $50,000 | $83,300 | $133,250 |
| 5 people | $54,000 | $89,950 | $143,900 |
| 6 people | $58,000 | $96,600 | $154,600 |
Fair Market Rent near Long Beach
Fair Market Rents are HUD's estimate of what a modest rental costs in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. 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 City of Long Beach 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 (562) 570-6985 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 City of Long Beach Housing Authority can confirm it.
Housing authorities near Long Beach
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 City of Long Beach Housing Authority?
(562) 570-6985. Email: [email protected]. These are the contacts the agency reports to HUD.
Where is City of Long Beach Housing Authority located?
1500 Hughes Way Ste A150, Long Beach, CA 90810, in Los Angeles County.
Does City of Long Beach Housing Authority offer Section 8?
Yes. HUD reports 7,922 Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) at this agency, 6,652 of them in use.
What are the income limits for City of Long Beach Housing Authority?
In Los Angeles County, CA, the FY2026 Section 8 (very low income) limit is $58,300 for one person and $83,300 for a family of four. Public housing accepts up to $133,250 for a family of four.
Is the City of Long Beach Housing Authority waiting list open?
Waiting lists open and close on dates each agency sets, often for a few days only. Call (562) 570-6985 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 City of Long Beach Housing Authority or HUD.