Chester, PA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Chester ranges from $1,510 (ZIP 19013) to $1,690 (ZIP 19016), with a median of $1,600 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19013 | $1,170 | $1,260 | $1,510 | $1,800 | $1,980 |
| 19016 | $1,310 | $1,420 | $1,690 | $2,010 | $2,220 |
Income limits: Delaware County
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