Jonesboro, GA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Jonesboro ranges from $1,400 (ZIP 30236) to $1,640 (ZIP 30238), with a median of $1,470 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30236 | $1,230 | $1,290 | $1,400 | $1,670 | $1,980 |
| 30237 | $1,300 | $1,350 | $1,470 | $1,750 | $2,080 |
| 30238 | $1,450 | $1,510 | $1,640 | $1,950 | $2,320 |
Income limits: Clayton County
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom