Milwaukee, WI Section 8 Rent Limits 2025 | Complete ZIP Code Guide

March 23, 2025 • Data Team

Section 8 Rent Limits for Milwaukee, WI

As a landlord in Milwaukee, WI, understanding Section 8 payment standards helps you maximize rental income. This comprehensive guide covers all 28 ZIP codes in Milwaukee, providing 2025 rent limits.

Milwaukee Payment Standards Overview

The average 2-bedroom Section 8 payment standard in Milwaukee is $1,400/month. Milwaukee uses Small Area Fair Market Rents (SAFMR), which means rent limits vary by ZIP code.

Average Rent Limits by Bedroom Size

  • Studio (0 BR): $1,050/month
  • 1 Bedroom: $1,190/month
  • 2 Bedroom: $1,400/month
  • 3 Bedroom: $1,790/month
  • 4+ Bedroom: $2,030/month

How to Use This Data

When listing your Milwaukee rental property:

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

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

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

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