Housing authoritiesWAHA City of Walla Walla
HA City of Walla Walla
HA City of Walla Walla is based in Walla Walla, Walla Walla County, WA and administers 1,096 Section 8 vouchers.
HUD PHA code WA057. Program type: Combined. Households served: 891. Occupancy: 81%. ZIP codes served: 8.
Payment standards
The maximum subsidy this authority uses for Housing Choice Vouchers, effective 2026-01-01.
| Area | Studio | 1 bedroom | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom | 5 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia County | 100% of FMR | 100% of FMR | 100% of FMR | 100% of FMR | 100% of FMR | 100% of FMR |
| Walla Walla County | 104% of FMR | 104% of FMR | 104% of FMR | 104% of FMR | 104% of FMR | 104% 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 (Apartment), effective 2025-06-01. Rent plus these must fit under the payment standard.
| Utility | Studio | 1 bedroom | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating (Natural Gas) | $43 | $49 | $57 | $65 | $74 |
| Heating (Bottle Gas) | $58 | $66 | $78 | $88 | $98 |
| Heating (Electric) | $14 | $17 | $23 | $28 | $34 |
| Heating (Fuel Oil) | $76 | $89 | $101 | $114 | $127 |
| Cooking (Natural Gas) | $6 | $6 | $10 | $12 | $16 |
| Cooking (Bottle Gas) | $8 | $8 | $13 | $18 | $23 |
| Cooking (Electric) | $4 | $5 | $7 | $9 | $12 |
| Other Electric | $75 | $78 | $85 | $92 | $99 |
| Air Conditioning (Electric) | $4 | $5 | $6 | $8 | $10 |
| Water Heating (Natural Gas) | $14 | $16 | $22 | $31 | $37 |
| Water Heating (Bottle Gas) | $20 | $23 | $30 | $40 | $50 |
| Water Heating (Electric) | $10 | $12 | $16 | $19 | $22 |
| Water Heating (Fuel Oil) | $25 | $30 | $42 | $51 | $63 |
| Water | $60 | $61 | $63 | $66 | $69 |
| Sewer | $70 | $70 | $78 | $86 | $94 |
| Trash | $27 | $27 | $27 | $27 | $27 |
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 HA City of Walla Walla
- The Walla Walla Housing Authority invites WWHA clients, residents, landlords, and the general public to attend a: PUBLIC HEARING ON WWHA's 2027 PHA Annual Plan September 28, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. at 501 Cayuse St, Walla Walla.The Walla Walla Housing Authority is holding a public hearing on September 28, 2026, to discuss their 2027 PHA Annual Plan at 501 Cayuse St.
- WWHA Board Meeting - September 28th, 2026, AgendaThe Walla Walla Housing Authority has scheduled a board meeting for September 28th, 2026, with an agenda to be discussed.
- PUBLIC HEARING ON WWHA's 2027 PHA Annual Plan September 28, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. at 501 Cayuse St, Walla Walla.A public hearing will be held on September 28, 2026, at 12:00 PM regarding the WWHA's 2027 PHA Annual Plan.
- Public Hearing on WWHA's 2027 PHA Annual PlanThe Walla Walla Housing Authority will hold a public hearing regarding their 2027 Public Housing Agency Annual Plan.
- Walla Walla Housing Authority has completed drafts of the 2027: PHA Annual Plan Progress Report to be submitted to HUD in October 2026.The Walla Walla Housing Authority has prepared drafts of their 2027 Annual Plan Progress Report for submission to HUD in October 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99323 | $1,000 | $1,070 | $1,400 | $1,910 | $2,340 |
| 99324 | $1,080 | $1,140 | $1,490 | $2,060 | $2,490 |
| 99329 | $1,070 | $1,150 | $1,500 | $2,060 | $2,500 |
| 99348 | $970 | $1,070 | $1,400 | $1,910 | $2,340 |
| 99360 | $970 | $1,070 | $1,400 | $1,910 | $2,340 |
| 99361 | $1,060 | $1,140 | $1,480 | $2,040 | $2,470 |
| 99362 | $1,170 | $1,240 | $1,620 | $2,240 | $2,710 |
| 99363 | $1,000 | $1,090 | $1,400 | $1,920 | $2,340 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
HA City of Walla Walla
501 Cayuse St, Walla Walla, WA 99362
Phone: (509) 527-4542
Official website: wallawallaha.org
Email updates
About HA City of Walla Walla
Overview
The HA City of Walla Walla operates as a Combined program, administering 1,096 Section 8 vouchers and serving 891 households. With an occupancy rate of 81%, the authority does not manage any public housing units, making it a voucher-only agency. This focus on vouchers allows the HA City of Walla Walla to support a significant number of families in finding affordable housing within the community.
Scale and standing
Among the 27 housing authorities in Washington State that administer Section 8 vouchers, the HA City of Walla Walla ranks 15th in terms of voucher size. This places it in the middle tier of voucher administration, alongside other notable authorities such as those in Spokane and Tacoma. The agency's voucher count reflects its substantial role in providing housing assistance to the Walla Walla community.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The two-bedroom Fair Market Rent (FMR) in the Walla Walla area ranges from $1,340 to $1,610, with an average of $1,460. This is lower than the state average of $1,771. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is in ZIP code 99362 at $1,610, while the lowest is in ZIP code 99348 at $1,340.
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.