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🏠 Section 8 Housing in East St. Louis (Township), St. Clair County, Illinois — 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for East St. Louis (Township) residents

~$1,800/moMax Benefit
1-800-955-2232Helpline
ILState
50% Area Median IncomeFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — East St. Louis (Township), Illinois
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

📝 How to Apply — East St. Louis (Township), Illinois
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 50% Area Median Income. Family of 4 in East St. Louis (Township): $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online — Fastest
Visit www.hud.gov/topics/housing_choice_voucher_program_section_8 — available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone — 1-800-955-2232
Call Mon–Fri business hours for East St. Louis (Township) residents.
4
Apply In-Person — St. Clair County Office
Visit offices near East St. Louis (Township). Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — East St. Louis (Township)
  • Photo ID all adults
  • Birth certificates
  • Social Security cards
  • Proof of income
  • Rental history
❓ FAQs — Section 8 Housing in East St. Louis (Township)
Who qualifies for Section 8 Housing in East St. Louis (Township), Illinois?
Residents of East St. Louis (Township), St. Clair County, Illinois with income at or below 50% Area Median Income. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-955-2232.
How to apply for Section 8 Housing in East St. Louis (Township)?
Apply online at www.hud.gov/topics/housing_choice_voucher_program_section_8, call 1-800-955-2232, or visit St. Clair County office.
Is there a Section 8 Housing office in East St. Louis (Township)?
The nearest office is in St. Clair County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in East St. Louis (Township), Illinois
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance
🚀 Apply for Section 8 Housing
Apply Online — Official ↗ 📞 Call 1-800-955-2232 ← Back to St. Clair County
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📌 All Benefits in East St. Louis (Township)
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks