Bakersfield, CA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026 | Complete ZIP Code Guide

March 6, 2025 • Data Team

Section 8 Rent Limits for Bakersfield, CA

As a landlord in Bakersfield, CA, understanding Section 8 payment standards helps you maximize rental income. This comprehensive guide covers all 15 ZIP codes in Bakersfield, providing 2025 rent limits.

Bakersfield Payment Standards Overview

The average 2-bedroom Section 8 payment standard in Bakersfield is $1,300/month. Bakersfield uses County-wide Fair Market Rents (FMR), which means rent limits vary by ZIP code.

Average Rent Limits by Bedroom Size

  • Studio (0 BR): $980/month
  • 1 Bedroom: $1,110/month
  • 2 Bedroom: $1,300/month
  • 3 Bedroom: $1,660/month
  • 4+ Bedroom: $1,890/month

How to Use This Data

When listing your Bakersfield rental property:

  1. Check Your ZIP Code: Use our interactive Bakersfield rent limits tool
  2. Verify Payment Standard: Contact Kern County Housing Authority to confirm exact payment standards
  3. Check Rent Reasonableness: Use our rent reasonableness tool before submitting

View all Bakersfield ZIP codes on our Bakersfield Section 8 Rent Limits page.

Bottom Line: Section 8 provides stable, guaranteed rental income in Bakersfield. Check your ZIP code's payment standard to maximize your rental income.