District of Columbia Housing Authority Directory
District of Columbia has 3 housing authorities managing 16,480 Section 8 vouchers across 2 counties. 3 currently have open waiting lists.
The District of Columbia's housing market is predominantly urban, characterized by high demand and limited supply, which drives significant cost-of-living pressures, particularly for housing. Low-income families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities are the populations most commonly in need of rental assistance to navigate these affordability challenges.
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Housing Affordability in District of Columbia
To afford a modest 2-bedroom rental in District of Columbia, a worker must earn $44.50/hour ($92,560/year). At the state minimum wage of $17.50/hour, that requires working 102 hours per week just to cover rent.
Source: NLIHC Out of Reach 2025 · nlihc.org/oor