Housing assistance near you by state and program type.
Housing assistance near you helps people locate state and local programs that provide support with rent, housing stability, and homelessness prevention. These programs are not national in nature. Most housing resources are administered at the state, county, or city level, which means eligibility rules, funding availability, and application processes vary depending on where a person lives. This page serves as a centralized starting point to help people find housing assistance programs in their state.
Across the country, housing assistance is offered by a number of different types of organizations including public housing authorities, state and local government agencies, nonprofits, and community-based charities. The type of help available may include emergency rental assistance, eviction prevention, income-based apartments, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, housing counseling, or even temporary shelter for the unhoused. Some programs are designed to help renters remain housed during a financial hardship, while others assist homeowners who are facing foreclosure or struggling to keep up with housing-related expenses.
The primary goal of assistance programs is to prevent homelessness and improve housing stability. This may involve short-term financial help to resolve a crisis, such as paying past-due rent or utilities, or longer-term solutions such as subsidized housing or supportive housing programs. Many agencies also provide related services, including landlord-tenant mediation, legal referrals, budgeting assistance, and guidance on local rules or regulations.
Housing assistance that may be near you is often targeted to specific populations. Some programs serve low-income families broadly, while others focus on seniors, people with disabilities, veterans, single parents, or individuals experiencing homelessness. Availability depends on funding levels and local demand, and some programs operate waiting lists. Because of this, it is important to review housing resources specific to your state and community.
How to find local housing assistance from this page
This page functions as a housing assistance directory organized by state and program type. It links to detailed pages that explain the housing programs available in each state, including rental assistance, eviction prevention, Section 8 housing, and housing counseling. Each state page provides more specific information about how programs are administered locally and where to apply for help.
Below are common categories of housing assistance that people search for when seeking help in their area. Or scroll down the page for state specific organizations. These categories reflect the types of housing support offered by government agencies and nonprofit organizations across the country. Availability and eligibility rules vary by state and locality.
Local housing assistance programs by state and area near you
Housing assistance programs are administered at the state and local level, even when funding originates from the federal government. States and local housing authorities set eligibility rules, manage waiting lists, and determine how assistance is distributed based on local needs and available resources.
The state listings below are intended to help people locate housing assistance programs in their area and review the options that apply where they live. Select your state to find information on rental assistance, eviction prevention, Section 8 housing, and housing counseling programs available locally.
Alabama
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
Washington DC
West Virginia
Wisconsin
There are state housing programs for low-income families and people going through a financial hardship. Non-profits, churches and government organizations, including social services, all try to provide help. Apply at a housing assistance program near you, as listed above, for emergency help.
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