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Louisiana Housing Authority
Louisiana Housing Authority is based in Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge County, LA and administers 1,784 Section 8 vouchers.
HUD PHA code LA903. Program type: Section 8. Households served: 1,456. Occupancy: 81%. ZIP codes served: 28.
Payment standards
The maximum subsidy this authority uses for Housing Choice Vouchers, effective 2025-12-01.
| Area | Studio | 1 bedroom | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom | 5 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Reg - Ascension, EBR, East & West Feliciana, Pointe Coupee, WBR, Liv, St. Helena | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR |
| Capital Region - Iberville | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR |
| Florida Region - Hammond & Tangipahoa | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR |
| Jefferson Parish | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR |
| Region 3 - Assumption | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR |
| Region 3 - Lafourche | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR |
| Region 4/5 - Acadia | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR |
| Region 4/5 - Allen | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR |
| Region 4/5 - Beauregard | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR |
| Region 4/5 - Calcasieu | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR |
| Region 4/5 - Cameron | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR |
| Region 4/5 - Evangeline | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR | 110% of FMR |
Source: authority's payment standard schedule. Checked against HUD Fair Market Rent for these ZIP codes.
Utility allowances
Monthly allowances for tenant-paid utilities (Duplex, Townhouse and Garden Apartment (< 5 units)), effective 2025-12-01. Rent plus these must fit under the payment standard.
| Utility | Studio | 1 bedroom | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Other Electric | $17 | $20 | $28 | $36 | $44 |
| Cooking - Electric (Electric) | $4 | $4 | $6 | $8 | $10 |
| Cooking - Natural Gas (Natural Gas) | $0 | $1 | $1 | $1 | $1 |
| Electric Air Conditioning (Electric) | $9 | $10 | $18 | $26 | $34 |
| Fixed - Gas (Natural Gas) | $13 | $13 | $13 | $13 | $13 |
| Heating - Electric (Electric) | $20 | $22 | $25 | $27 | $29 |
| Heating - Heat Pump - Electric (Heat Pump) | $7 | $9 | $10 | $12 | $13 |
| Heating - Natural Gas (Natural Gas) | $23 | $23 | $23 | $24 | $24 |
| Sewer | $39 | $40 | $46 | $57 | $67 |
| Trash Collection | $11 | $11 | $11 | $11 | $11 |
| Water | $35 | $37 | $53 | $77 | $101 |
| Water Heating - Electric (Electric) | $10 | $12 | $15 | $19 | $22 |
| Water Heating - Natural Gas (Natural Gas) | $1 | $1 | $2 | $3 | $3 |
Waiting lists
Not published. We have not found a waiting list status on this authority's website. Contact the authority to ask whether its lists are open.
Latest from Louisiana Housing Authority
- LHC recognizes Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month 2026The Louisiana Housing Corporation is partnering with LABOSCOC to recognize Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month 2026, highlighting the connection between housing stability and food security for homeless individuals and families in Louisiana.
- Affordable Homes and Education Enter the Heart of New OrleansThe Louisiana Housing Authority is bringing affordable housing and educational opportunities to New Orleans.
- LHC Partners with eHousing Plus to Streamline Homeownership Loan Reservations for Louisiana LendersThe Louisiana Housing Corporation has partnered with eHousing Plus to create a centralized platform for lenders to reserve loans and manage the homeownership lending process more efficiently.
- LHC Celebrates Groundbreaking of The Avenue, Bringing 72 Affordable Senior Apartments to Franklin, LALHC celebrated the groundbreaking of The Avenue, a new development featuring 72 affordable senior apartments in Franklin, LA.
- Homeownership Month with LHC 2026LHC will celebrate Homeownership Month in June 2026 with outreach events promoting homeownership across Louisiana.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70714 | $930 | $960 | $1,090 | $1,360 | $1,750 |
| 70722 | $930 | $960 | $1,090 | $1,360 | $1,750 |
| 70739 | $1,330 | $1,360 | $1,540 | $1,940 | $2,490 |
| 70748 | $930 | $960 | $1,090 | $1,360 | $1,750 |
| 70770 | $1,240 | $1,270 | $1,440 | $1,820 | $2,300 |
| 70777 | $1,150 | $1,170 | $1,330 | $1,690 | $2,130 |
| 70791 | $1,230 | $1,260 | $1,430 | $1,810 | $2,290 |
| 70801 | $1,460 | $1,490 | $1,690 | $2,140 | $2,710 |
| 70802 | $930 | $960 | $1,090 | $1,360 | $1,750 |
| 70803 | $980 | $1,000 | $1,140 | $1,450 | $1,830 |
| 70805 | $930 | $960 | $1,090 | $1,360 | $1,750 |
| 70806 | $1,040 | $1,060 | $1,200 | $1,520 | $1,920 |
| 70807 | $930 | $960 | $1,090 | $1,360 | $1,750 |
| 70808 | $1,120 | $1,150 | $1,300 | $1,650 | $2,080 |
| 70809 | $1,200 | $1,230 | $1,390 | $1,760 | $2,230 |
| 70810 | $1,190 | $1,220 | $1,380 | $1,750 | $2,210 |
| 70811 | $930 | $960 | $1,090 | $1,360 | $1,750 |
| 70812 | $1,090 | $1,110 | $1,260 | $1,600 | $2,020 |
| 70813 | $930 | $960 | $1,090 | $1,360 | $1,750 |
| 70814 | $950 | $970 | $1,100 | $1,390 | $1,760 |
| 70815 | $930 | $960 | $1,090 | $1,360 | $1,750 |
| 70816 | $980 | $1,010 | $1,140 | $1,440 | $1,830 |
| 70817 | $1,180 | $1,210 | $1,370 | $1,740 | $2,200 |
| 70818 | $1,170 | $1,200 | $1,360 | $1,720 | $2,180 |
| 70819 | $1,040 | $1,070 | $1,210 | $1,530 | $1,940 |
| 70820 | $940 | $960 | $1,090 | $1,380 | $1,750 |
| 70825 | $990 | $1,010 | $1,150 | $1,460 | $1,840 |
| 70836 | $1,290 | $1,320 | $1,500 | $1,900 | $2,410 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
Louisiana Housing Authority
2415 Quail Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Phone: (225) 763-8898
Official website: lhc.la.gov
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About Louisiana Housing Authority
Overview
The Louisiana Housing Authority operates exclusively through the Section 8 program, administering 1,784 vouchers. These vouchers support 1,456 households, with an occupancy rate of 81%. As a voucher-only authority, it provides critical rental assistance without managing any public housing units.
Scale and standing
The Louisiana Housing Authority ranks second among the two authorities serving the same ZIP codes in the Baton Rouge area, with 1,784 Section 8 vouchers. Its peer, the Housing Authority of East Baton Rouge, manages 4,503 vouchers. Statewide, it holds the seventh position in terms of voucher size, out of 88 authorities in Louisiana.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The two-bedroom Fair Market Rent (FMR) in the area ranges from $1,100 to $1,810, with an average of $1,272. This is higher than the state average of $1,095. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is $1,810 in ZIP code 70801, while the lowest is $1,100 in ZIP code 70807.
Cities served
Section 8 Fair Market Rent by city in this authority's jurisdiction.
Other housing authorities serving these ZIP codes
Multiple authorities administer vouchers across the same area.
- Housing Authority of East Baton RougeBaton Rouge, LA, 4,503 vouchers
Source: US HUD Public Housing Authority data; Fair Market Rent FY2027. This is an independent reference page, not the authority's own site.