How many low income apartments are in Carthage, NY?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Carthage with approximately 440 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Carthage?

Tenant-paid rents in Carthage's assisted buildings typically range from about $432 to $517 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Carthage?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Carthage?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Jefferson County: about $1,071/mo for one-bedroom and $1,405/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Carthage, NY

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Carthage with roughly 440 assisted units — including 0 project-based Section 8 buildings, 2 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $432 to $517 per month. Median reported wait: about 12 months.

assisted properties

440

subsidized units

$475

typical rent

12 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Carthage

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Carthage

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
North Country Rural Preservation LIHTC	254	—	—
Long Falls Public Housing	100	$432	23 mo
West Carthage Public Housing	50	$517	1 mo
256-262 State Street LIHTC	20	—	—
Carthage Apts LIHTC	16	—	—

Public housing developments in Carthage

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Long Falls Public Housing	100	$432	23 mo
West Carthage Public Housing	50	$517	1 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Carthage

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
North Country Rural Preservation LIHTC	254	—	—
256-262 State Street LIHTC	20	—	—
Carthage Apts LIHTC	16	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Jefferson County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Jefferson County: studio $969, 1-BR $1,071, 2-BR $1,405, 3-BR $1,907, 4-BR $2,340.

Full FMR table for Jefferson County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Carthage

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.