Contact HA Of Thurston County
- Phone(360) 753-8292
- Fax(360) 586-0038
- Email[email protected]
- Address1206 12th Ave SE
Olympia, WA 98501 - CountyThurston County
- ProgramsSection 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only
- HUD codeWA049
Section 8 and public housing at HA Of Thurston County
HA Of Thurston County 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 HA Of Thurston County
HUD sets the income limits for Thurston County, WA based on the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA 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 | $25,800 | $43,000 | $68,800 |
| 2 people | $29,500 | $49,150 | $78,600 |
| 3 people | $33,200 | $55,300 | $88,450 |
| 4 people | $36,850 | $61,400 | $98,250 |
| 5 people | $39,800 | $66,350 | $106,150 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $71,250 | $114,000 |
Fair Market Rent near Olympia
Fair Market Rents are HUD's estimate of what a modest rental costs in the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA 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 HA Of Thurston County
- 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 (360) 753-8292 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 HA Of Thurston County can confirm it.
Housing authorities near Olympia
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 HA Of Thurston County?
(360) 753-8292. Fax: (360) 586-0038. Email: [email protected]. These are the contacts the agency reports to HUD.
Where is HA Of Thurston County located?
1206 12th Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98501, in Thurston County.
Does HA Of Thurston County offer Section 8?
Yes. HUD reports 2,374 Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) at this agency, 1,975 of them in use.
What are the income limits for HA Of Thurston County?
In Thurston County, WA, the FY2026 Section 8 (very low income) limit is $43,000 for one person and $61,400 for a family of four. Public housing accepts up to $98,250 for a family of four.
Is the HA Of Thurston County waiting list open?
Waiting lists open and close on dates each agency sets, often for a few days only. Call (360) 753-8292 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 HA Of Thurston County or HUD.