Lewiston, ME Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Lewiston ranges from $1,650 (ZIP 04240) to $1,680 (ZIP 04241), with a median of $1,680 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04240 | $1,190 | $1,260 | $1,650 | $2,080 | $2,420 |
| 04241 | $1,210 | $1,280 | $1,680 | $2,120 | $2,460 |
| 04243 | $1,210 | $1,280 | $1,680 | $2,120 | $2,460 |
Income limits: Androscoggin County
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom