Wake Forest, NC Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Wake Forest ranges from $1,670 (ZIP 27587) to $1,740 (ZIP 27588), with a median of $1,705 across 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27587 | $1,470 | $1,540 | $1,670 | $2,080 | $2,780 |
| 27588 | $1,530 | $1,600 | $1,740 | $2,170 | $2,910 |
Income limits: Wake County
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