Iowa City, IA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Iowa City ranges from $1,180 (ZIP 52244) to $1,330 (ZIP 52245), with a median of $1,230 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52240 | $1,010 | $1,070 | $1,260 | $1,740 | $2,110 |
| 52242 | $990 | $1,050 | $1,230 | $1,710 | $2,070 |
| 52244 | $940 | $1,000 | $1,180 | $1,630 | $1,970 |
| 52245 | $1,060 | $1,130 | $1,330 | $1,840 | $2,220 |
| 52246 | $960 | $1,020 | $1,200 | $1,660 | $2,010 |
Income limits: Johnson County
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom