Moorhead, MN Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Moorhead ranges from $1,180 (ZIP 56561) to $1,190 (ZIP 56560), with a median of $1,190 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56560 | $840 | $970 | $1,190 | $1,650 | $1,990 |
| 56561 | $830 | $970 | $1,180 | $1,630 | $1,970 |
| 56562 | $840 | $970 | $1,190 | $1,650 | $1,990 |
| 56563 | $840 | $970 | $1,190 | $1,650 | $1,990 |
Income limits: Clay County
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom