Watertown, NY Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Watertown ranges from $1,360 (ZIP 13601) to $1,800 (ZIP 13603), with a median of $1,580 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13601 | $950 | $1,040 | $1,360 | $1,870 | $2,220 |
| 13603 | $1,250 | $1,380 | $1,800 | $2,470 | $2,940 |
Income limits: Jefferson County
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