Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Herkimer, NY
4 affordable buildings in Herkimer
Herkimer, NY has 4 income-restricted buildings across 1 ZIP code: 4 tax credit, 1 Section 8, and 2 senior. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In Herkimer
Nathan Galinsky Apartments
105 Protection Ave, Herkimer, NY 13350
112 units · 111 income-restricted · 1 BR
Eastern Garden Rehabilitation
229 Harter Street, Building a, Herkimer, NY 13350
63 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No buildings in Herkimer match this filter.
Programs in Herkimer
- Tax credit
- Section 8
- Seniors
ZIP codes in Herkimer
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Rents and income limits in 13350
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,130/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $45,200/yr
- Renters in 13350 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 46%
Income limits (2026)
Utica-Rome, NY area · median family income $98,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,550 | $34,250 | $54,800 |
| 2 | $23,500 | $39,150 | $62,650 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $44,050 | $70,500 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,950 | $78,300 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,900 | $84,550 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,800 | $90,850 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,700 | $97,100 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,600 | $103,400 |
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 | 13350 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $810 | $857 |
| 1 bedroom | $880 | $946 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,130 | $1,210 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,350 | $1,442 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,530 | $1,636 |
Wider area = Utica-Rome, NY. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $1,060 (13406) to $1,190 (13357).
Census figures for 13350 (2020–2024 average): median rent $820. Median household income $56,157. 40% of homes are rented. 46% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 20% 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 13350's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 13350Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Herkimer, NY?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Herkimer, NY, 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 Herkimer, NY have openings?
These lists for Herkimer, NY 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 Herkimer, NY?
Use the phone number on each building card in Herkimer, NY. 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 Herkimer, NY?
In Herkimer, NY, 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 Herkimer, NY?
This directory lists 4 income-restricted buildings in Herkimer, NY. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Which ZIP codes in Herkimer have affordable housing?
Income-restricted buildings in Herkimer are listed in 13350 (4).
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Herkimer, NY?
Most income-restricted buildings in Herkimer, NY 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 $34,250, and $48,950 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,800 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 Herkimer, NY?
For many programs in Herkimer, NY, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,250 a year for 1 person and $48,950 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,800 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 Herkimer, NY?
There is no single waiting list for Herkimer, NY. 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 Herkimer, NY?
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 Herkimer, NY. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Herkimer, NY?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Herkimer, NY, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Herkimer, NY is $1,130 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 Herkimer, NY?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Herkimer, NY. 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 Herkimer, NY?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Herkimer, NY. 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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