Bessemer, AL Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Bessemer ranges from $1,120 (ZIP 35020) to $1,420 (ZIP 35023), with a median of $1,290 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35020 | $960 | $1,030 | $1,120 | $1,410 | $1,580 |
| 35021 | $1,170 | $1,260 | $1,370 | $1,720 | $1,930 |
| 35022 | $1,040 | $1,110 | $1,210 | $1,520 | $1,710 |
| 35023 | $1,220 | $1,300 | $1,420 | $1,780 | $2,000 |
Income limits: Jefferson County
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom