How many low income apartments are in Ketchikan, AK?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Ketchikan with approximately 260 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Ketchikan?

Tenant-paid rents in Ketchikan's assisted buildings typically range from about $678 to $678 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 Ketchikan?

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.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Ketchikan, AK

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Ketchikan with roughly 260 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 7 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $678 to $678 per month.

assisted properties

260

subsidized units

$678

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Ketchikan

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Ketchikan

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Ketchikan Public Housing	73	$678	—
2122 Apts LIHTC	41	—	—
Carlanna LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Carlanna Subdivision LIHTC	24	—	—
Ketchikan Affordable Rentals LIHTC	24	—	—
Glacier Park LIHTC	22	—	—
Glacier Park Apartments LIHTC	22	—	—
Glacier Park-ketchikan Associates, Ltd Partnership LIHTC	22	—	—
Opportunity House §811	8	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Ketchikan (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
Carlanna LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Public housing developments in Ketchikan

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
Ketchikan Public Housing	73	$678	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Ketchikan

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
2122 Apts LIHTC	41	—	—
Carlanna Subdivision LIHTC	24	—	—
Ketchikan Affordable Rentals LIHTC	24	—	—
Glacier Park LIHTC	22	—	—
Glacier Park Apartments LIHTC	22	—	—
Glacier Park-ketchikan Associates, Ltd Partnership LIHTC	22	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Ketchikan

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.