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Housing Authority of the County of Cumberland
Housing Authority of the County of Cumberland is based in Carlisle, Cumberland County, PA and administers 1,382 Section 8 vouchers and 209 public housing units.
HUD PHA code PA075. Program type: Combined. Households served: 1,359. Occupancy: 85%. ZIP codes served: 21.
Waiting lists
| Program | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Public housing | Opening soon | Authority's page |
As published on the authority's website when we last checked it. Confirm with the authority before applying.
Latest from Housing Authority of the County of Cumberland
- NOTICE OF FUNDING OPPORTUNITY – Cumberland County Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)The Housing Authority of the County of Cumberland has announced a funding opportunity for Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) for Program Year 2027, with applications accepted from November 2, 2026 to January 29, 2027.
- September 2026 CDBG Grantee Summary Activity ReportThe Housing Authority of Cumberland County has released the September 2026 CDBG Grantee Summary Activity Report for all open CDBG activities within the jurisdiction.
- Notice of Public Hearing – Cumberland County CDBG & HOME Programs PY2025 CAPERCumberland County is holding a public hearing for its 2025 CAPER report for CDBG and HOME programs.
- August 2026 CDBG Grantee Summary Activity ReportThe Housing Authority of Cumberland County has released the August 2026 CDBG Grantee Summary Activity Report for all open CDBG activities within the jurisdiction.
- Request for Proposals – Hearing Officer ServicesThe Cumberland County Housing Authority is seeking proposals for Hearing Officer services.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17007 | $1,020 | $1,130 | $1,400 | $1,800 | $1,840 |
| 17011 | $1,250 | $1,370 | $1,710 | $2,200 | $2,250 |
| 17013 | $1,070 | $1,180 | $1,470 | $1,890 | $1,930 |
| 17015 | $1,150 | $1,270 | $1,580 | $2,030 | $2,080 |
| 17019 | $870 | $960 | $1,220 | $1,610 | $1,690 |
| 17025 | $1,120 | $1,240 | $1,540 | $1,980 | $2,020 |
| 17027 | $1,160 | $1,270 | $1,590 | $2,070 | $2,130 |
| 17043 | $980 | $1,080 | $1,340 | $1,720 | $1,760 |
| 17050 | $1,440 | $1,590 | $1,980 | $2,550 | $2,600 |
| 17053 | $910 | $1,010 | $1,250 | $1,610 | $1,640 |
| 17055 | $1,310 | $1,440 | $1,790 | $2,310 | $2,360 |
| 17065 | $940 | $1,040 | $1,290 | $1,660 | $1,700 |
| 17070 | $920 | $1,010 | $1,260 | $1,650 | $1,700 |
| 17081 | $1,150 | $1,270 | $1,580 | $2,030 | $2,080 |
| 17093 | $1,090 | $1,200 | $1,490 | $1,920 | $1,960 |
| 17240 | $1,240 | $1,390 | $1,720 | $2,240 | $2,320 |
| 17241 | $990 | $1,090 | $1,350 | $1,740 | $1,770 |
| 17257 | $1,000 | $1,120 | $1,390 | $1,810 | $1,880 |
| 17266 | $930 | $1,020 | $1,270 | $1,630 | $1,670 |
| 17307 | $810 | $820 | $1,050 | $1,420 | $1,520 |
| 17324 | $850 | $910 | $1,140 | $1,500 | $1,560 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
Housing Authority of the County of Cumberland
114 N Hanover St, Carlisle, PA 17013
Phone: (717) 249-0789
Official website: cchra.com
Email updates
About Housing Authority of the County of Cumberland
Overview
The Housing Authority of the County of Cumberland operates 209 public housing units and administers 1,382 Section 8 vouchers. Together, these programs serve 1,359 households, with an occupancy rate of 85%. The authority offers a combined program, integrating both public housing and voucher assistance to meet the diverse needs of the community.
Scale and standing
Among the 83 housing authorities in Pennsylvania, the Housing Authority of the County of Cumberland ranks 15th in the number of Section 8 vouchers it administers. This places it in a significant position within the state, reflecting its substantial role in providing housing assistance to a large number of families.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The two-bedroom Fair Market Rent (FMR) in Cumberland County ranges from $1,100 to $1,880, with an average of $1,372. This is slightly above the state average of $1,363. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is found in ZIP code 17050 at $1,880, while the lowest is in ZIP code 17324 at $1,100.
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.