Housing authoritiesKSTopeka Housing Authority
Topeka Housing Authority
Topeka Housing Authority is based in Topeka, Shawnee County, KS and administers 1,385 Section 8 vouchers and 744 public housing units.
HUD PHA code KS002. Program type: Combined. Households served: 1,561. Occupancy: 73%. ZIP codes served: 29.
Payment standards
The maximum subsidy this authority uses for Housing Choice Vouchers, effective 2025-02-01.
| Bedrooms | Payment standard |
|---|---|
| Studio | $821 |
| 1 bedroom | $827 |
| 2 bedroom | $1,083 |
| 3 bedroom | $1,408 |
| 4 bedroom | $1,486 |
| 5 bedroom | $1,708 |
Source: authority's payment standard schedule. Checked against HUD Fair Market Rent for these ZIP codes.
Utility allowances
Monthly allowances for tenant-paid utilities (Lowrise Apartment (2 - 4 units)), effective 2025-09-11. Rent plus these must fit under the payment standard.
| Utility | Studio | 1 bedroom | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating (Natural Gas) | $39 | $45 | $49 | $52 | $56 |
| Heating (Bottled Gas) | $76 | $90 | $96 | $103 | $109 |
| Heating (Electric Resistance) | $40 | $44 | $50 | $57 | $63 |
| Heating (Electric Heat Pump) | $20 | $23 | $27 | $29 | $30 |
| Heating (Fuel Oil) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Cooking (Natural Gas) | $3 | $3 | $5 | $7 | $8 |
| Cooking (Bottled Gas) | $6 | $7 | $10 | $13 | $16 |
| Cooking (Electric) | $5 | $6 | $8 | $11 | $13 |
| Cooking (Other) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Other Electric | $8 | $12 | $22 | $32 | $42 |
| Air Conditioning | $7 | $9 | $12 | $16 | $20 |
| Water Heating (Natural Gas) | $9 | $10 | $15 | $19 | $24 |
| Water Heating (Bottled Gas) | $17 | $20 | $29 | $38 | $47 |
| Water Heating (Electric) | $15 | $18 | $23 | $28 | $33 |
| Water Heating (Fuel Oil) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Water | $36 | $36 | $55 | $74 | $93 |
Waiting lists
| Program | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) | Open | Authority's page |
| Public housing | Open | Authority's page |
As published on the authority's website when we last checked it. Confirm with the authority before applying.
Latest from Topeka Housing Authority
- October – Employment OpportunitiesThe Topeka Housing Authority is hiring for a Property Manager position and has an application available for download.
- September – Employment OpportunitiesTopeka Housing Authority is hiring for two positions: Contracting Manager and General Laborer.
- August – Employment OpportunitiesTopeka Housing Authority is seeking applicants for a Housing Specialist Public Housing position.
- Radon Mitigation Request for Proposals (RFP)The authority is accepting proposals for radon mitigation services for all public housing properties.
- July – Employment OpportunitiesTopeka Housing Authority has an opening for a Resident Assistant position.
Fair Market Rent by ZIP code (FY2027)
HUD Fair Market Rent for each ZIP code this authority serves. Each ZIP code links to its own rent page.
| ZIP code | Studio | 1 bedroom | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66050 | $860 | $990 | $1,140 | $1,580 | $1,900 |
| 66402 | $900 | $950 | $1,220 | $1,630 | $1,650 |
| 66409 | $890 | $970 | $1,200 | $1,620 | $1,790 |
| 66431 | $1,170 | $1,230 | $1,580 | $2,110 | $2,140 |
| 66512 | $750 | $790 | $1,020 | $1,360 | $1,380 |
| 66524 | $810 | $910 | $1,070 | $1,480 | $1,790 |
| 66533 | $850 | $900 | $1,150 | $1,530 | $1,560 |
| 66536 | $790 | $800 | $970 | $1,340 | $1,620 |
| 66539 | $790 | $830 | $1,070 | $1,430 | $1,450 |
| 66542 | $970 | $1,020 | $1,310 | $1,750 | $1,790 |
| 66546 | $850 | $900 | $1,150 | $1,540 | $1,560 |
| 66603 | $720 | $750 | $960 | $1,280 | $1,300 |
| 66604 | $980 | $1,040 | $1,330 | $1,770 | $1,800 |
| 66605 | $810 | $860 | $1,100 | $1,470 | $1,490 |
| 66606 | $890 | $940 | $1,210 | $1,610 | $1,640 |
| 66607 | $740 | $780 | $1,000 | $1,330 | $1,350 |
| 66608 | $780 | $830 | $1,060 | $1,410 | $1,430 |
| 66609 | $970 | $1,030 | $1,320 | $1,760 | $1,790 |
| 66610 | $1,070 | $1,110 | $1,430 | $1,880 | $1,910 |
| 66611 | $840 | $890 | $1,140 | $1,520 | $1,540 |
| 66612 | $720 | $750 | $960 | $1,280 | $1,300 |
| 66614 | $960 | $1,010 | $1,300 | $1,730 | $1,760 |
| 66615 | $1,110 | $1,170 | $1,500 | $2,000 | $2,030 |
| 66616 | $900 | $950 | $1,220 | $1,630 | $1,650 |
| 66617 | $1,000 | $1,060 | $1,360 | $1,810 | $1,840 |
| 66618 | $1,070 | $1,130 | $1,450 | $1,930 | $1,960 |
| 66619 | $1,190 | $1,250 | $1,610 | $2,150 | $2,180 |
| 66621 | $950 | $1,010 | $1,290 | $1,720 | $1,750 |
| 66622 | $980 | $1,030 | $1,320 | $1,760 | $1,790 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
Topeka Housing Authority
2010 SE California Ave, Topeka, KS 66607
Phone: (785) 286-7277
Official website: tha.gov
Email updates
About Topeka Housing Authority
Overview
The Topeka Housing Authority operates 744 public housing units and administers 1,385 Section 8 vouchers, serving a total of 1,561 households. With an occupancy rate of 73%, the authority offers a combined program, providing both housing units and rental assistance to those in need.
Scale and standing
The Topeka Housing Authority ranks fourth in the state of Kansas by the number of Section 8 vouchers it administers, out of 23 authorities. This places it among the larger providers of rental assistance in the state, reflecting its significant role in supporting low-income families and individuals in Shawnee County.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The two-bedroom Fair Market Rent (FMR) in the area ranges from $890 to $1,580, with an average of $1,107. This is higher than the state average of $987. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is found in ZIP code 66610 at $1,580, while the lowest is in ZIP code 66612 at $890.
Cities served
Section 8 Fair Market Rent by city in this authority's jurisdiction.
Source: US HUD Public Housing Authority data; Fair Market Rent FY2027. This is an independent reference page, not the authority's own site.