Lexington, KY Section 8 Rent Limits 2026 | Complete ZIP Code Guide

March 21, 2025 • Data Team

Section 8 Rent Limits for Lexington, KY

As a landlord in Lexington, KY, understanding Section 8 payment standards helps you maximize rental income. This comprehensive guide covers all 20 ZIP codes in Lexington, providing 2025 rent limits.

Lexington Payment Standards Overview

The average 2-bedroom Section 8 payment standard in Lexington is $1,200/month. Lexington uses County-wide Fair Market Rents (FMR), which means rent limits vary by ZIP code.

Average Rent Limits by Bedroom Size

  • Studio (0 BR): $900/month
  • 1 Bedroom: $1,020/month
  • 2 Bedroom: $1,200/month
  • 3 Bedroom: $1,540/month
  • 4+ Bedroom: $1,740/month

How to Use This Data

When listing your Lexington rental property:

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

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

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