New Bedford, MA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in New Bedford ranges from $1,580 (ZIP 02740) to $1,800 (ZIP 02741), with a median of $1,655 across 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02740 | $1,230 | $1,240 | $1,580 | $1,880 | $2,390 |
| 02741 | $1,400 | $1,410 | $1,800 | $2,140 | $2,720 |
| 02742 | $1,400 | $1,410 | $1,800 | $2,140 | $2,720 |
| 02744 | $1,280 | $1,290 | $1,650 | $1,970 | $2,500 |
| 02745 | $1,250 | $1,260 | $1,610 | $1,920 | $2,440 |
| 02746 | $1,290 | $1,300 | $1,660 | $1,980 | $2,510 |
Income limits: Bristol County
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom