How many low income apartments are in Jefferson, WI?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Jefferson with approximately 299 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Jefferson?

Tenant-paid rents in Jefferson's assisted buildings typically range from about $344 to $600 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 Jefferson?

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 Jefferson?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Jefferson County: about $917/mo for one-bedroom and $1,156/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Jefferson, WI

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Jefferson with roughly 299 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $344 to $600 per month.

assisted properties

299

subsidized units

$472

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Jefferson

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Jefferson

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Jefferson Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	64	—	—
River Crest & Scat Sites Public Housing	62	$600	—
Jefferson Senior Housing LIHTC	49	—	—
Jefferson Oaks West Apartments PB Section 8	40	$344	—
School House Apts LIHTC	35	—	—
Alverno Housing PB Section 8	26	$411	—
Jefferson Cty Apts Inc. §202 Senior	19	$433	—
Rock View Apartments PB Section 8	4	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Jefferson (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Jefferson Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	64	—	—
Jefferson Oaks West Apartments PB Section 8	40	$344	—
Alverno Housing PB Section 8	26	$411	—
Rock View Apartments PB Section 8	4	—	—

Public housing developments in Jefferson

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
River Crest & Scat Sites Public Housing	62	$600	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Jefferson

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
Jefferson Senior Housing LIHTC	49	—	—
School House Apts LIHTC	35	—	—

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 $797, 1-BR $917, 2-BR $1,156, 3-BR $1,530, 4-BR $1,536.

Full FMR table for Jefferson County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Jefferson

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.