Housing authoritiesPAHOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF ELK
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF ELK
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF ELK is based in Johnsonburg, Elk County, PA and administers 230 Section 8 vouchers and 175 public housing units.
HUD PHA code PA054. Program type: Combined. Households served: 387. Occupancy: 95%. ZIP codes served: 15.
Waiting lists
| Program | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 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 HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF ELK
- Elk County Housing Authority Recognized for Continued Success of ROSS ProgramThe Elk County Housing Authority (ECHA) received a renewal grant for its Resident Opportunity and Self-Sufficiency (ROSS) program, allowing it to continue providing services to residents.
- Danielle Charney Achieves Public Housing Specialist CertificationDanielle Charney, a Property Manager at ECHA, has earned her Public Housing Specialist Certification, demonstrating her expertise in affordable housing management and HUD regulations.
- McClain Achieves Public Housing Specialist CertificationKasey McClain, a Property Manager at ECHA, has successfully completed the Public Housing Specialist Certification, enhancing her knowledge of HUD's Public Housing regulations.
- Elk County Housing Authority Earns HUD High Performer DesignationThe Elk County Housing Authority (ECHA) has been recognized by HUD as a High Performer under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS), signifying excellence in its operations.
- Dan Dickinson Newsletter – May 2026This newsletter lists important dates and events for May 2026, including a family fun night, a program on grocery prices, and housekeeping inspections.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15821 | $780 | $880 | $1,060 | $1,370 | $1,420 |
| 15823 | $740 | $870 | $1,010 | $1,330 | $1,360 |
| 15827 | $780 | $920 | $1,060 | $1,390 | $1,390 |
| 15831 | $1,010 | $1,190 | $1,370 | $1,790 | $1,800 |
| 15832 | $820 | $860 | $1,110 | $1,390 | $1,520 |
| 15841 | $780 | $920 | $1,060 | $1,390 | $1,390 |
| 15845 | $750 | $880 | $1,010 | $1,340 | $1,340 |
| 15846 | $1,010 | $1,190 | $1,370 | $1,790 | $1,800 |
| 15853 | $750 | $880 | $1,020 | $1,330 | $1,340 |
| 15857 | $750 | $880 | $1,010 | $1,340 | $1,340 |
| 15860 | $730 | $830 | $1,040 | $1,330 | $1,480 |
| 15868 | $780 | $920 | $1,060 | $1,390 | $1,390 |
| 15870 | $750 | $880 | $1,010 | $1,340 | $1,340 |
| 16734 | $980 | $1,150 | $1,330 | $1,740 | $1,750 |
| 16735 | $750 | $890 | $1,010 | $1,240 | $1,520 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF ELK
424 Water Street Ext, Johnsonburg, PA 15845
Phone: (814) 965-2532
Official website: elkhousing.com
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About HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF ELK
Overview
The Housing Authority of the County of Elk operates 175 public housing units and administers 230 Section 8 vouchers, serving a total of 387 households. With an occupancy rate of 95%, the authority offers both public housing and voucher programs, making it a combined program type.
Scale and standing
The Housing Authority of the County of Elk ranks 68th in the state of Pennsylvania in terms of the number of Section 8 vouchers administered, out of 83 authorities. This places it in the middle tier of voucher providers within the state, reflecting its significant role in providing housing assistance to the community.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The two-bedroom Fair Market Rent (FMR) in the area ranges from $970 to $1360, with an average of $1035. This is lower than the state average of $1363. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is found in ZIP code 15831 at $1360, while the lowest is in ZIP code 15853 at $970.
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.