East Orange, NJ Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in East Orange ranges from $1,990 (ZIP 07017) to $2,110 (ZIP 07019), with a median of $2,100 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07017 | $1,460 | $1,640 | $1,990 | $2,490 | $2,830 |
| 07018 | $1,540 | $1,740 | $2,100 | $2,620 | $3,000 |
| 07019 | $1,550 | $1,750 | $2,110 | $2,630 | $3,010 |
Income limits: Essex County
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