New Bern, NC Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in New Bern ranges from $1,170 (ZIP 28560) to $1,260 (ZIP 28562), with a median of $1,250 across 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28560 | $900 | $900 | $1,170 | $1,540 | $1,860 |
| 28561 | $950 | $960 | $1,250 | $1,650 | $1,990 |
| 28562 | $960 | $970 | $1,260 | $1,660 | $2,010 |
| 28563 | $950 | $960 | $1,250 | $1,650 | $1,990 |
| 28564 | $950 | $960 | $1,250 | $1,650 | $1,990 |
Income limits: Craven County
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom