How many low income apartments are in Pierre, SD?

HUD administrative data tracks 11 subsidized properties in Pierre with approximately 343 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Pierre?

Tenant-paid rents in Pierre's assisted buildings typically range from about $321 to $585 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 Pierre?

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 Pierre, SD

There are 11 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Pierre with roughly 343 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 8 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $321 to $585 per month. Median reported wait: about 5 months.

assisted properties

343

subsidized units

$453

typical rent

5 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Pierre

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Pierre

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Missouri View PB Section 8	59	$372	—
Pierre Housing Public Housing	50	$585	5 mo
Americana Apts PB Section 8	42	$321	—
Denali Ridge Apartments LIHTC	40	—	—
Lincoln Apts LIHTC	30	—	—
Lincoln Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
Willow Creek Apts LIHTC	30	—	—
Arbordale Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Elm Creek Apts LIHTC	24	—	—
Oahe Apts LIHTC	8	—	—
West Dakota Apts LIHTC	6	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Pierre (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
Missouri View PB Section 8	59	$372	—
Americana Apts PB Section 8	42	$321	—
Lincoln Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
Arbordale Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Public housing developments in Pierre

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
Pierre Housing Public Housing	50	$585	5 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Pierre

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
Denali Ridge Apartments LIHTC	40	—	—
Lincoln Apts LIHTC	30	—	—
Willow Creek Apts LIHTC	30	—	—
Elm Creek Apts LIHTC	24	—	—
Oahe Apts LIHTC	8	—	—
West Dakota Apts LIHTC	6	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Pierre

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.