Chico, CA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Chico ranges from $1,510 (ZIP 95927) to $1,700 (ZIP 95973), with a median of $1,550 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95926 | $1,090 | $1,220 | $1,550 | $2,150 | $2,590 |
| 95927 | $1,060 | $1,190 | $1,510 | $2,090 | $2,520 |
| 95928 | $1,110 | $1,240 | $1,570 | $2,170 | $2,620 |
| 95929 | $1,060 | $1,190 | $1,510 | $2,090 | $2,520 |
| 95973 | $1,200 | $1,340 | $1,700 | $2,350 | $2,840 |
Income limits: Butte County
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom