Palo Alto, CA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Palo Alto ranges from $3,270 (ZIP 94302) to $3,880 (ZIP 94304), with a median of $3,460 across 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94301 | $2,680 | $3,050 | $3,650 | $4,830 | $5,300 |
| 94302 | $2,460 | $2,780 | $3,270 | $4,390 | $4,690 |
| 94303 | $2,430 | $2,800 | $3,390 | $4,480 | $4,950 |
| 94304 | $2,920 | $3,290 | $3,880 | $5,210 | $5,560 |
| 94306 | $2,650 | $3,000 | $3,530 | $4,740 | $5,060 |
| 94309 | $2,460 | $2,780 | $3,270 | $4,390 | $4,690 |
Income limits: San Mateo County · Santa Clara County
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