Valley Stream, NY Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Valley Stream ranges from $2,560 (ZIP 11581) to $2,710 (ZIP 11582), with a median of $2,620 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11580 | $2,280 | $2,390 | $2,620 | $3,280 | $3,570 |
| 11581 | $1,870 | $2,180 | $2,560 | $3,290 | $3,490 |
| 11582 | $1,980 | $2,300 | $2,710 | $3,490 | $3,700 |
Income limits: Nassau County
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