Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Happy Camp, CA 96039
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 96039 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Happy Camp, CA 96039. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 96039
Dat-Naa-Svt
140 Rowdy Creed Road, Smith River, CA 95567
23.6 mi away
21 units · 20 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Shadows Garden
402 Turre St, Yreka, CA 96097
38.1 mi away
46 units · 1–3 BR
- 17 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Deer Creek Apartments
1060 Deer Creek Way, Yreka, CA 96097
39 mi away
36 units · 35 income-restricted · 1 BR
Sierra Vista Retirement Center
885 Sierra Vista Way, Yreka, CA 96097
39 mi away
30 units · 29 income-restricted · 1 BR
Shasta Courtyards
400 N Foothill Dr, Yreka, CA 96097
39 mi away
61 units · 60 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Emerald Pointe Apt Homes
450 N Foothill Dr, Yreka, CA 96097
39 mi away
81 units · 80 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Siskiyou Crossroads
510 N Foothill Drive, Yreka, CA 96097
39 mi away
50 units · 49 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Trinity River Elder's Village
20 Campbell Field Lane, Hoopa, CA 95546
40.5 mi away
12 units · 11 income-restricted · 2 BR
Totem Villa Apts
1085 Us Highway 101 South, Crescent City, CA 95531
41.3 mi away
38 units · 1–4+ BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Woo-Mehl Lihtc Homes
Hc Martins Ferry, Weitchpec, CA 95546
42.3 mi away
17 units · 16 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 96039
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,130/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $45,200/yr
- Renters in 96039 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 33%
Income limits (2026)
Siskiyou County, CA area · median family income $78,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,450 | $34,000 | $54,400 |
| 2 | $23,350 | $38,850 | $62,200 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,700 | $69,950 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,450 | $83,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,350 | $90,150 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,250 | $96,350 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,100 | $102,600 |
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 | 96039 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $870 | $953 |
| 1 bedroom | $880 | $959 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,130 | $1,254 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,570 | $1,736 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,730 | $1,984 |
Wider area = Siskiyou County, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,180 (96027) to $1,400 (95568).
Census figures for 96039 (2020–2024 average): median rent $811. Median household income $41,813. 36% of homes are rented. 33% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 8% 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 96039's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 96039Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Happy Camp, CA 96039?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Happy Camp, CA 96039, 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 Happy Camp, CA 96039 have openings?
These lists for Happy Camp, CA 96039 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 Happy Camp, CA 96039?
Use the phone number on each building card in Happy Camp, CA 96039. 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 Happy Camp, CA 96039?
In Happy Camp, CA 96039, 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 ZIP 96039?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 96039 right now. Call to confirm openings.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Happy Camp, CA 96039?
Most income-restricted buildings in Happy Camp, CA 96039 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 $34,000, and $48,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,400 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 Happy Camp, CA 96039?
For many programs in Happy Camp, CA 96039, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,000 a year for 1 person and $48,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,400 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 Happy Camp, CA 96039?
There is no single waiting list for Happy Camp, CA 96039. 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 Happy Camp, CA 96039?
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. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Happy Camp, CA 96039?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Happy Camp, CA 96039, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Happy Camp, CA 96039 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 Happy Camp, CA 96039?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Happy Camp, CA 96039. 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 Happy Camp, CA 96039?
This page may still list buildings in Happy Camp, CA 96039 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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