Lawrence, MA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Lawrence ranges from $2,120 (ZIP 01840) to $2,490 (ZIP 01843), with a median of $2,320 across 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01840 | $1,500 | $1,620 | $2,120 | $2,530 | $2,790 |
| 01841 | $1,540 | $1,660 | $2,170 | $2,590 | $2,850 |
| 01842 | $1,750 | $1,890 | $2,470 | $2,940 | $3,250 |
| 01843 | $1,760 | $1,900 | $2,490 | $2,970 | $3,270 |
Income limits: Essex County
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom