West Chester, PA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in West Chester ranges from $2,180 (ZIP 19381) to $2,620 (ZIP 19380), with a median of $2,210 across 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19380 | $2,030 | $2,190 | $2,620 | $3,120 | $3,440 |
| 19381 | $1,690 | $1,830 | $2,180 | $2,600 | $2,870 |
| 19382 | $1,710 | $1,850 | $2,210 | $2,630 | $2,900 |
| 19383 | $1,710 | $1,850 | $2,210 | $2,630 | $2,900 |
Income limits: Chester County
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