Costa Mesa, CA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Costa Mesa ranges from $3,060 (ZIP 92628) to $3,440 (ZIP 92626), with a median of $3,080 across 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92626 | $2,900 | $2,940 | $3,440 | $4,670 | $5,590 |
| 92627 | $2,600 | $2,630 | $3,080 | $4,180 | $5,000 |
| 92628 | $2,580 | $2,610 | $3,060 | $4,160 | $4,970 |
Income limits: Orange County
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