Contact Pahokee Housing Authority
- Phone(561) 924-5565
- Fax(561) 924-1952
- Email[email protected]
- Address465 Friend Ter
Pahokee, FL 33476 - CountyPalm Beach County
- ProgramsPublic housing and Section 8 vouchers
- HUD codeFL021
Section 8 and public housing at Pahokee Housing Authority
Pahokee Housing Authority runs both programs: its own public housing apartments and Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers for private rentals. They usually have separate waiting lists, so ask to be placed on both if you qualify.
HUD rates its public housing management as High Performer, the top tier of the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS).
Income limits for Pahokee Housing Authority
HUD sets the income limits for Palm Beach County, FL based on the West Palm Beach-Boca Raton, FL 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 | $27,000 | $45,000 | $71,950 |
| 2 people | $30,850 | $51,400 | $82,250 |
| 3 people | $34,700 | $57,850 | $92,550 |
| 4 people | $38,550 | $64,250 | $102,800 |
| 5 people | $41,650 | $69,400 | $111,050 |
| 6 people | $44,750 | $74,550 | $119,250 |
Fair Market Rent near Pahokee
Fair Market Rents are HUD's estimate of what a modest rental costs in the West Palm Beach-Boca Raton, FL 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 Pahokee 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 (561) 924-5565 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 each program you want (public housing and 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 Pahokee Housing Authority can confirm it.
Housing authorities near Pahokee
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 Pahokee Housing Authority?
(561) 924-5565. Fax: (561) 924-1952. Email: [email protected]. These are the contacts the agency reports to HUD.
Where is Pahokee Housing Authority located?
465 Friend Ter, Pahokee, FL 33476, in Palm Beach County.
Does Pahokee Housing Authority offer Section 8?
Yes. HUD reports 140 Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) at this agency, 84 of them in use.
What are the income limits for Pahokee Housing Authority?
In Palm Beach County, FL, the FY2026 Section 8 (very low income) limit is $45,000 for one person and $64,250 for a family of four. Public housing accepts up to $102,800 for a family of four.
Is the Pahokee Housing Authority waiting list open?
Waiting lists open and close on dates each agency sets, often for a few days only. Call (561) 924-5565 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 Pahokee Housing Authority or HUD.