Elizabeth, NJ Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Elizabeth ranges from $1,990 (ZIP 07201) to $2,300 (ZIP 07207), with a median of $2,155 across 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07201 | $1,460 | $1,640 | $1,990 | $2,490 | $2,830 |
| 07202 | $1,600 | $1,810 | $2,180 | $2,720 | $3,110 |
| 07207 | $1,690 | $1,910 | $2,300 | $2,870 | $3,280 |
| 07208 | $1,560 | $1,760 | $2,130 | $2,660 | $3,040 |
Income limits: Union County
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