Jonesboro, AR Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Jonesboro ranges from $1,040 (ZIP 72401) to $1,210 (ZIP 72405), with a median of $1,080 across 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72401 | $860 | $860 | $1,040 | $1,370 | $1,380 |
| 72402 | $890 | $900 | $1,080 | $1,420 | $1,420 |
| 72403 | $890 | $900 | $1,080 | $1,420 | $1,420 |
| 72404 | $900 | $900 | $1,090 | $1,430 | $1,440 |
| 72405 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,210 | $1,590 | $1,600 |
Income limits: Craighead County
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom