Johnstown, PA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Johnstown ranges from $1,010 (ZIP 15901) to $1,120 (ZIP 15904), with a median of $1,010 across 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15901 | $830 | $840 | $1,010 | $1,410 | $1,440 |
| 15902 | $830 | $840 | $1,010 | $1,410 | $1,440 |
| 15904 | $920 | $920 | $1,120 | $1,550 | $1,580 |
| 15905 | $900 | $920 | $1,110 | $1,540 | $1,580 |
| 15906 | $830 | $840 | $1,010 | $1,410 | $1,440 |
| 15907 | $830 | $840 | $1,010 | $1,410 | $1,440 |
| 15909 | $840 | $850 | $1,030 | $1,430 | $1,450 |
| 15915 | $830 | $840 | $1,010 | $1,410 | $1,440 |
Income limits: Cambria County
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