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Section 8 and public housing · Alaska
Housing Authorities in Alaska
Alaska has 1 public housing agencies. 1 of them hand out Section 8 vouchers (5,009 in total) and 1 manage public housing (1,243 units). Find the one for your city or county below, with its phone number and address.
Address4300 Boniface Pkwy, Anchorage, AK 99504 · Directions
Vouchers5,009 Section 8 vouchers, 4,153 in use
Public housing1,243 units, 1,048 occupied
Income limitSection 8: $47,300 for 1 person, $67,550 for a family of 4 · public housing up to $106,800 for 4
Fair Market Rent$1,169 for 1 bedroom, $1,529 for 2 bedrooms (FY2027)
To apply, call (907) 338-8432 and ask if the waiting list is open. HUD code AK001, AK901.
Contact details as reported to HUD; income limits are HUD FY2026 for each agency's county and rents are FY2027 Fair Market Rents. Check your eligibility.
Frequently asked questions
How many housing authorities are there in Alaska?
HUD lists 1 public housing agencies in Alaska: 1 administer Section 8 vouchers and 1 manage public housing. Together they have 1,243 public housing units and 5,009 Housing Choice Vouchers.
How do I apply for Section 8 in Alaska?
You apply at a local housing authority, not with HUD or the state. Find the agencies that serve your city or county in the list on this page, check if their waiting list is open and submit a pre-application. You can apply to several agencies at once.
Which is the largest housing authority in Alaska?
Alaska Housing Finance Corporation, with 1,243 public housing units and 5,009 Section 8 vouchers according to HUD.
Can I apply to a housing authority in a different city of Alaska?
Yes. You can apply to any agency, but many give preference to people who live or work in their area. After 12 months with a voucher you can usually move it to another area (portability).