Hamden, CT Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Hamden ranges from $1,890 (ZIP 06517) to $2,820 (ZIP 06518), with a median of $2,270 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06514 | $1,750 | $1,890 | $2,270 | $2,820 | $3,190 |
| 06517 | $1,450 | $1,580 | $1,890 | $2,350 | $2,650 |
| 06518 | $2,170 | $2,350 | $2,820 | $3,510 | $3,960 |
Income limits: South Central Regional
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom