Millions of low-income families rely on Section 8 housing assistance to pay rent each month. As May 2025 payments begin processing, many voucher holders want to know: When will the money arrive?
The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), distributes payments on a rolling basis each month. Here’s what to expect for May.
When will Section 8 payments be issued in May 2025?
There is no single nationwide payment date for Section 8 benefits . Local public housing agencies (PHAs) manage disbursements and set their own payment schedules based on funding timelines and internal processing.
In most areas, Section 8 payments are issued between May 1 and May 5 . However, some PHAs may send payments later in the first or second week of the month…