Athens, AL Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Athens ranges from $1,180 (ZIP 35611) to $1,440 (ZIP 35613), with a median of $1,180 across 4 ZIP codes. HUD sets these per ZIP code (Small Area Fair Market Rents), so they differ across the city.
These are HUD's figures, effective 2026-10-01. A housing authority sets its own payment standard, normally between 90% and 110% of them (higher with HUD approval or as a disability accommodation). The voucher then pays the lower of that standard or the gross rent, minus your total tenant payment (generally 30% of adjusted monthly income).
| ZIP | Studio | 1 BR | 2 BR | 3 BR | 4 BR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35611 | $930 | $1,030 | $1,180 | $1,530 | $1,900 |
| 35612 | $940 | $1,030 | $1,180 | $1,530 | $1,900 |
| 35613 | $1,200 | $1,260 | $1,440 | $1,860 | $2,410 |
| 35614 | $980 | $1,040 | $1,180 | $1,530 | $1,970 |
Income limits: Limestone County
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom