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Housing Authority of Racine County
Housing Authority of Racine County is based in Racine, Racine County, WI and administers 1,700 Section 8 vouchers.
HUD PHA code WI183. Program type: Section 8. Households served: 1,212. Occupancy: 71%. ZIP codes served: 16.
Utility allowances
Monthly allowances for tenant-paid utilities (High-Rise/Low-Rise/Apartment). Rent plus these must fit under the payment standard.
| Utility | Studio | 1 bedroom | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating (Natural Gas) | $15 | $17 | $21 | $23 | $27 |
| Heating (Bottle Gas) | $48 | $58 | $68 | $78 | $87 |
| Heating (Electric) | $34 | $41 | $55 | $70 | $85 |
| Heating (Electric Heat Pump) | $30 | $36 | $43 | $48 | $53 |
| Heating (Fuel Oil) | $80 | $94 | $112 | $129 | $147 |
| Cooking (Natural Gas) | $2 | $2 | $3 | $3 | $4 |
| Cooking (Bottle Gas) | $5 | $5 | $8 | $12 | $15 |
| Cooking (Electric) | $7 | $9 | $13 | $16 | $20 |
| Other Electric | $28 | $33 | $46 | $58 | $71 |
| Air Conditioning | $4 | $5 | $6 | $8 | $10 |
| Water Heating (Natural Gas) | $4 | $4 | $7 | $9 | $10 |
| Water Heating (Bottle Gas) | $13 | $15 | $21 | $28 | $35 |
| Water Heating (Electric) | $20 | $23 | $30 | $36 | $42 |
| Water Heating (Fuel Oil) | $21 | $24 | $35 | $45 | $56 |
| Other specify: Electric Charge | $21 | $21 | $21 | $21 | $21 |
| Other specify: Natural Gas Charge | $11 | $11 | $11 | $11 | $11 |
Waiting lists
| Program | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) | Closed | Authority's page |
| Project-based vouchers | Closed | Authority's page |
| Public housing | Closed | Authority's page |
As published on the authority's website when we last checked it. Confirm with the authority before applying.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53105 | $980 | $1,050 | $1,320 | $1,710 | $2,060 |
| 53108 | $1,150 | $1,280 | $1,590 | $2,030 | $2,460 |
| 53120 | $1,170 | $1,290 | $1,680 | $2,100 | $2,770 |
| 53126 | $980 | $1,100 | $1,360 | $1,740 | $2,100 |
| 53139 | $1,130 | $1,250 | $1,550 | $2,000 | $2,400 |
| 53149 | $990 | $1,060 | $1,270 | $1,570 | $1,770 |
| 53150 | $1,100 | $1,180 | $1,410 | $1,740 | $1,870 |
| 53167 | $970 | $1,060 | $1,340 | $1,710 | $2,080 |
| 53177 | $1,160 | $1,280 | $1,590 | $2,040 | $2,460 |
| 53182 | $980 | $1,090 | $1,350 | $1,730 | $2,090 |
| 53185 | $1,050 | $1,170 | $1,450 | $1,850 | $2,240 |
| 53402 | $950 | $1,070 | $1,320 | $1,690 | $2,040 |
| 53403 | $980 | $1,040 | $1,290 | $1,710 | $1,990 |
| 53404 | $860 | $960 | $1,190 | $1,520 | $1,840 |
| 53405 | $860 | $960 | $1,190 | $1,520 | $1,840 |
| 53406 | $910 | $1,020 | $1,260 | $1,610 | $1,950 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
Housing Authority of Racine County
837 S Main St, Racine, WI 53403
Phone: (262) 636-3405
Official website: rcha.org
Email updates
About Housing Authority of Racine County
Overview
The Housing Authority of Racine County operates as a voucher-only agency, administering 1,700 Section 8 vouchers. These vouchers support 1,212 households, with an occupancy rate of 71%. The agency does not manage any public housing units, focusing solely on providing rental assistance to eligible families in Racine County.
Scale and standing
The Housing Authority of Racine County ranks 6th in the state of Wisconsin by the number of Section 8 vouchers it administers, out of 49 authorities. This places it among the larger voucher providers in the state, reflecting its significant role in supporting low-income families in Racine County.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for a two-bedroom unit in Racine County ranges from $1,150 to $1,610, with an average of $1,346. This is higher than the state average of $1,171. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom is in ZIP code 53139 at $1,610, while the lowest is in ZIP code 53404 at $1,150.
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.