Hayward, CA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Hayward ranges from $2,770 (ZIP 94541) to $3,060 (ZIP 94542), with a median of $2,810 across 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94540 | $2,090 | $2,290 | $2,810 | $3,600 | $4,260 |
| 94541 | $2,060 | $2,260 | $2,770 | $3,550 | $4,200 |
| 94542 | $2,280 | $2,500 | $3,060 | $3,920 | $4,640 |
| 94543 | $2,090 | $2,290 | $2,810 | $3,600 | $4,260 |
| 94544 | $2,080 | $2,290 | $2,800 | $3,590 | $4,240 |
| 94545 | $2,180 | $2,390 | $2,930 | $3,750 | $4,440 |
| 94557 | $2,090 | $2,290 | $2,810 | $3,600 | $4,260 |
Income limits: Alameda County
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