Matthews, NC Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Matthews ranges from $1,890 (ZIP 28106) to $2,150 (ZIP 28104), with a median of $1,970 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28104 | $1,900 | $1,980 | $2,150 | $2,620 | $3,340 |
| 28105 | $1,740 | $1,810 | $1,970 | $2,410 | $3,060 |
| 28106 | $1,670 | $1,740 | $1,890 | $2,310 | $2,940 |
Income limits: Mecklenburg County
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom