Lawrence, KS Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Lawrence ranges from $1,180 (ZIP 66046) to $1,340 (ZIP 66047), with a median of $1,270 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66044 | $920 | $1,050 | $1,210 | $1,680 | $2,020 |
| 66045 | $960 | $1,100 | $1,270 | $1,760 | $2,110 |
| 66046 | $890 | $1,020 | $1,180 | $1,630 | $1,970 |
| 66047 | $1,010 | $1,160 | $1,340 | $1,860 | $2,240 |
| 66049 | $1,010 | $1,150 | $1,330 | $1,840 | $2,220 |
Income limits: Douglas County
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom