To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher, individuals or families must have an income below 50% of the area’s median income. Participants contribute 30% of their adjusted monthly income towards rent and utilities, and the program covers the rest, up to a set limit.
There is a waitlist for the HCV program. We invite you to get started today! Print and fill out the Preliminary Application for Rental Assistance or complete the online application below. In the event that your contact information changes, please contact a WNCSource Housing Specialist.
Once you receive your HCV, you can begin your search for your new home! Here’s some resources to help you along the journey.
2024-2025 Housing Choice Voucher Program Income Limits by County and Family Size
Henderson County
1 Person in Family: $32,700
2 People in Family: $37,400
3 People in Family: $42,050
4 People in Family: $46,750
5 People in Family: $50,450
6 People in Family: $54,200
7 People in Family: $57,950
8 People in Family: $61,700
Transylvania County
1 Person in Family: $26,950
2 People in Family: $30,800
3 People in Family: $34,650
4 People in Family: $38,500
5 People in Family: $41,550
6 People in Family: $44,650
7 People in Family: $47,700
8 People in Family: $50,800
2025-2026 Housing Choice Voucher Program Income Limits by County and Family Size
Henderson County
1 Person in Family: $32,600
2 People in Family: $37,250
3 People in Family: $41,900
4 People in Family: $46,550
5 People in Family: $50,300
6 People in Family: $54,000
7 People in Family: $57,750
8 People in Family: $61,450
Transylvania County
1 Person in Family: $29,400
2 People in Family: $33,600
3 People in Family: $37,800
4 People in Family: $42,050
5 People in Family: $45,400
6 People in Family: $48,750
7 People in Family: $52,100
8 People in Family: $55,500