Are you looking for affordable apartments, townhouses, or houses but cannot seem to find units within your budget? Rental assistance programs can reduce your rent, so it is only around 30 percent of your household income. Housing vouchers and subsidies can save you tens to hundreds of dollars monthly.
The Section 8 voucher program, Public Housing, and tax incentives make living costs more affordable if you are part of a low-income household. The amount local housing authorities consider low income depends on the area’s median household earnings. Learn more about getting cheaper rent through government programs and other methods.