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Housing Authority of the City of Kinston
Housing Authority of the City of Kinston is based in Kinston, Lenoir County, NC and administers 889 Section 8 vouchers and 641 public housing units.
HUD PHA code NC004. Program type: Combined. Households served: 1,332. Occupancy: 87%. ZIP codes served: 10.
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 Housing Authority of the City of Kinston
- 11/04/2026 - Celebrating Veterans Day! (Wednesday, November 11, 2026)The Housing Authority of the City of Kinston will be celebrating Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
- 10/29/2026 - Reminder: Landlord Briefing 11/5The Housing Authority of the City of Kinston is reminding landlords about a briefing scheduled for November 5, 2026.
- 10/25/2026 - Daylight Savings Time Ends (Sunday, November 1, 2026)Daylight Savings Time will end on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
- 10/24/2026 - Halloween Safety Tips (Saturday, October 31, 2026)The Housing Authority of the City of Kinston is sharing Halloween safety tips for October 31, 2026.
- 10/08/2026 - October BOC Meeting 10/15The October Board of Commissioners meeting will be held on October 15, 2026.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28501 | $810 | $820 | $1,080 | $1,440 | $1,800 |
| 28504 | $810 | $820 | $1,050 | $1,320 | $1,570 |
| 28525 | $780 | $790 | $1,010 | $1,260 | $1,490 |
| 28526 | $810 | $820 | $1,080 | $1,440 | $1,800 |
| 28530 | $810 | $820 | $1,080 | $1,440 | $1,800 |
| 28538 | $920 | $960 | $1,080 | $1,350 | $1,630 |
| 28551 | $850 | $860 | $1,120 | $1,350 | $1,820 |
| 28572 | $840 | $850 | $1,060 | $1,470 | $1,780 |
| 28578 | $850 | $860 | $1,120 | $1,360 | $1,820 |
| 28580 | $860 | $900 | $1,010 | $1,260 | $1,530 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
Housing Authority of the City of Kinston
608 N Queen St, Kinston, NC 28501
Phone: (252) 523-1195
Official website: khanc.org
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About Housing Authority of the City of Kinston
Overview
The Housing Authority of the City of Kinston operates 641 public housing units and administers 889 Section 8 vouchers, serving a total of 1,332 households. With an occupancy rate of 87%, the authority offers a combined program that supports both rental assistance and affordable housing options in Lenoir County.
Scale and standing
The Housing Authority of the City of Kinston ranks 22nd in North Carolina among 65 housing authorities with Section 8 vouchers. This places it in the upper third of the state's voucher programs, reflecting its significant role in providing rental assistance to the community. The authority's voucher count is substantial, indicating a strong commitment to housing support within Lenoir County.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The two-bedroom Fair Market Rent (FMR) in the area ranges from $930 to $1,190, with an average of $1,060. This is below the state average of $1,309. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is found in ZIP code 28526 at $1,190, while the lowest is in ZIP code 28580 at $930.
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.