Housing assistance in American Samoa

Start with the housing agencies and HUD resources below. Applications, funding, and waiting lists are handled by the providers you contact.

Last checked October 10, 2026Sources

Where to apply for rental assistance and vouchers

Section 8 vouchers and public housing are run by local public housing agencies (PHAs). Each keeps its own waiting list, so apply to every agency serving places you could live. The state housing finance agency funds affordable apartments and homebuyer programs but usually does not take voucher applications.

Development Bank of American SamoaStatewideHousing finance agency Every housing agency in American SamoaHUD directoryFind agencies serving your area

Ask each agency: Is the waiting list open? How do I apply, and how will you contact me? Never pay to apply or to move up a list. See how to apply for Section 8 and how waiting lists work.

Programs and free legal help in American Samoa

Energy and utility bills

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) American Samoa Territorial Energy Office
Federally funded help with home energy costs for low-income households; the number listed is the Territorial Energy Office contact in the federal LIHEAP directory.
Call 684-699-1101

Free legal help

American Samoa Legal Aid American Samoa Legal Aid
Free civil legal help, including housing issues, for low-income residents who meet eligibility and priority guidelines; visit the Letialua Building office in Pago Pago or call, Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Call 684-633-3300

No statewide emergency rent program? Most rent help is local. Call 211 and ask which county, charity, or community action programs are taking applications now. See emergency rental assistance.

Phone lines that serve American Samoa

Shelter, rent help, and local services211
HUD-approved housing counseling800-569-4287
Housing discrimination complaints (HUD)800-669-9777
Energy assistance referral (LIHEAP)866-674-6327
Veterans at risk of homelessness877-424-3838
Domestic violence hotline800-799-7233

Next steps

Urgent? If you need shelter tonight or have an eviction court date, start with urgent housing help.
Behind on rent: call 211 and apply to several programs at once. Use our payment plan letter to propose terms to your landlord in writing.
Long-term help: apply to every housing agency above, plus income-restricted apartments. Gather your documents first.
Check affordability: use the rent affordability calculator or the Section 8 rent calculator.

Sources

Checked October 10, 2026. Laws, programs, and agency websites change; confirm details with the agency or court before relying on them. Report a correction.

LIHEAP Map State and Territory Contact Listing (updated September 1, 2026)HHS Administration for Children and Families, Office of Community Services
American Samoa Legal AidAmerican Samoa Legal Aid