Lancaster, PA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Lancaster ranges from $1,550 (ZIP 17604) to $2,330 (ZIP 17606), with a median of $1,680 across 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17601 | $1,310 | $1,430 | $1,770 | $2,250 | $2,330 |
| 17602 | $1,250 | $1,360 | $1,680 | $2,140 | $2,210 |
| 17603 | $1,250 | $1,370 | $1,690 | $2,150 | $2,220 |
| 17604 | $1,150 | $1,250 | $1,550 | $1,970 | $2,040 |
| 17605 | $1,150 | $1,250 | $1,550 | $1,970 | $2,040 |
| 17606 | $1,730 | $1,880 | $2,330 | $2,970 | $3,060 |
| 17608 | $1,150 | $1,250 | $1,550 | $1,970 | $2,040 |
Income limits: Lancaster County
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