West Des Moines, IA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in West Des Moines ranges from $1,320 (ZIP 50265) to $1,640 (ZIP 50266), with a median of $1,480 across 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50265 | $1,070 | $1,110 | $1,320 | $1,800 | $1,850 |
| 50266 | $1,330 | $1,380 | $1,640 | $2,240 | $2,290 |
Income limits: Polk County
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