Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Compton, CA
25 affordable buildings in Compton · 3 ZIP codes
Compton, CA has 25 income-restricted buildings across 3 ZIP codes: 18 tax credit, 13 Section 8, and 10 senior. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In Compton
St. Timothys Tower
425 So Oleander Ave, Compton, CA 90220
114 units · 112 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Warwick Terrace Apts
14921 S. Stanford Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90220
108 units · 103 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
South Bay Retirement Residence
1001 W Cressey St, Compton, CA 90222
75 units · 74 income-restricted · 1 BR
Logans Plaza
2019 E 122nd St, Willowbrook (Rr Name Wi, CA 90222
61 units · 60 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Subsidized Housing Corporation 28
12907 S Frailey Ave, Compton, CA 90221
11 units · 10 income-restricted · 4+ BR
Park Village Apartments (aka Jasmine Garden)
600 West Corregidor, Compton, CA 90220
164 units · 162 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Compton Senior Apartments
302 N. Tamarind Avenue, Compton, CA 90220
75 units · 74 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Casa Dominguez
1571 S Atlantic Dr, East Rancho Dominguez, CA 90221
70 units · 69 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Mosaic Gardens at Willowbrook
2213 East El Segundo Blvd, Compton, CA 90222
61 units · 60 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
E. Boyd Esters Manor
1101 North Central Ave, Compton, CA 90220
50 units · 49 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Willows (Compton)
12612 S Wilmington Ave, Compton, CA 90222
24 units · 23 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Orange Tree Village
2418 E El Segundo Blvd, Compton, CA 90222
21 units · 20 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR
No buildings in Compton match this filter.
Programs in Compton
- Tax credit
- Section 8
- Seniors
ZIP codes in Compton
Nearby cities
Rents and income limits in 90222
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,490/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $99,600/yr
- Renters in 90222 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 59%
Income limits (2026)
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA area · median family income $108,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $35,000 | $58,300 | $93,300 |
| 2 | $40,000 | $66,650 | $106,600 |
| 3 | $45,000 | $74,950 | $119,950 |
| 4 | $50,000 | $83,300 | $133,250 |
| 5 | $54,000 | $89,950 | $143,900 |
| 6 | $58,000 | $96,600 | $154,600 |
| 7 | $62,000 | $103,250 | $165,250 |
| 8 | $66,000 | $110,000 | $175,900 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 90222 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,810 | $2,151 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,020 | $2,402 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,490 | $2,964 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,160 | $3,760 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,540 | $4,208 |
Wider area = Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,240 (90003) to $4,400 (90746).
Census figures for 90222 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,522. Median household income $78,425. 46% of homes are rented. 59% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 28% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 90222's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 90222Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Compton, CA?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Compton, CA, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Compton, CA have openings?
These lists for Compton, CA don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Compton, CA?
Use the phone number on each building card in Compton, CA. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Compton, CA?
In Compton, CA, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in Compton, CA?
This directory lists 25 income-restricted buildings in Compton, CA. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Which ZIP codes in Compton have affordable housing?
Income-restricted buildings in Compton are listed in 90222 (11), 90220 (9), 90221 (5).
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Compton, CA?
Most income-restricted buildings in Compton, CA serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $58,300, and $83,300 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($93,300 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Compton, CA?
For many programs in Compton, CA, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $58,300 a year for 1 person and $83,300 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $93,300 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Compton, CA?
There is no single waiting list for Compton, CA. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Compton, CA?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Compton, CA. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Compton, CA?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Compton, CA, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Compton, CA is $2,490 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Compton, CA?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Compton, CA. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Compton, CA?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Compton, CA. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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