Bethlehem, PA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Bethlehem ranges from $1,880 (ZIP 18015) to $2,220 (ZIP 18017), with a median of $1,940 across 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18015 | $1,330 | $1,550 | $1,880 | $2,360 | $2,540 |
| 18016 | $1,350 | $1,570 | $1,900 | $2,380 | $2,560 |
| 18017 | $1,570 | $1,830 | $2,220 | $2,780 | $3,000 |
| 18018 | $1,370 | $1,600 | $1,940 | $2,430 | $2,620 |
| 18020 | $1,470 | $1,710 | $2,070 | $2,600 | $2,790 |
Income limits: Northampton County
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom