Germantown, MD Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Germantown ranges from $2,420 (ZIP 20874) to $2,540 (ZIP 20876), with a median of $2,470 across 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20874 | $2,100 | $2,190 | $2,420 | $3,080 | $3,630 |
| 20875 | $2,140 | $2,230 | $2,470 | $3,150 | $3,710 |
| 20876 | $2,200 | $2,300 | $2,540 | $3,240 | $3,810 |
Income limits: Montgomery County
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