How much is a Section 8 voucher in Orange County?
Rachel Hickman
Published Feb 14, 2026
How much is a Section 8 voucher in Orange County?
About the Orange County Housing Authority Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program
| Standard | Ported Out | |
|---|---|---|
| Vouchers | 8,991 | 24 |
| Monthly Cost Per Voucher | $1,325 | $974 |
| Monthly Cost | $11,917,442 | $23,369 |
Who qualifies for affordable housing in Orange County CA?
A family of four with an annual income of $84,450 or less now qualifies as low income in Orange County. A single person living alone qualifies as low income if he or she earns $58,450 or less a year.
What is an emergency voucher?
The Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) program is a new affordable housing program serving low-income families across the country. EHV helps families locate rental housing and provides financial assistance to make their rent affordable.
What is low income in Orange County?
Current Tiered Income Guidelines
| Persons in Household | 1 | 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Median Income | $74,700 | $123,750 |
| Very-Low Income – Not to exceed | $37,350 | $61,875 |
| Low Income – Tier 1 – Not to exceed | $52,290 | $86,625 |
| Low Income – Tier 2 – Not to exceed | $59,760 | $99,000 |
What amount of income is considered low income?
Those making less than $42,000 make up the lower-income bracket, while those making more than $126,000 make up the upper-income bracket.
Who qualifies for affordable housing in California?
To receive Section 8 or public housing assistance in California, you must be a citizen of the United States or legal immigrant. Your income must be below 80% of the median income in your area. The majority of housing vouchers go to families earning less than 30% of their area’s median income.
