Merced, CA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Merced ranges from $1,420 (ZIP 95340) to $1,860 (ZIP 95348), with a median of $1,520 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95340 | $1,120 | $1,180 | $1,420 | $1,950 | $2,320 |
| 95341 | $1,150 | $1,210 | $1,460 | $2,010 | $2,380 |
| 95343 | $1,200 | $1,260 | $1,520 | $2,090 | $2,480 |
| 95344 | $1,200 | $1,260 | $1,520 | $2,090 | $2,480 |
| 95348 | $1,470 | $1,550 | $1,860 | $2,560 | $3,040 |
Income limits: Merced County
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