Columbia, MO Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Columbia ranges from $1,080 (ZIP 65205) to $1,130 (ZIP 65203), with a median of $1,100 across 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65201 | $770 | $980 | $1,100 | $1,490 | $1,710 |
| 65202 | $770 | $990 | $1,110 | $1,510 | $1,730 |
| 65203 | $790 | $1,010 | $1,130 | $1,530 | $1,760 |
| 65205 | $750 | $960 | $1,080 | $1,460 | $1,680 |
| 65211 | $750 | $960 | $1,080 | $1,460 | $1,680 |
| 65215 | $770 | $980 | $1,100 | $1,490 | $1,710 |
| 65216 | $770 | $980 | $1,100 | $1,490 | $1,710 |
| 65299 | $750 | $960 | $1,080 | $1,460 | $1,680 |
Income limits: Boone County
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