Johnson City, TN Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Johnson City ranges from $1,220 (ZIP 37601) to $1,370 (ZIP 37604), with a median of $1,290 across 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37601 | $950 | $960 | $1,220 | $1,470 | $1,620 |
| 37602 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,280 | $1,540 | $1,700 |
| 37604 | $1,070 | $1,070 | $1,370 | $1,650 | $1,820 |
| 37605 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,280 | $1,540 | $1,700 |
| 37614 | $1,070 | $1,070 | $1,370 | $1,650 | $1,820 |
| 37615 | $1,010 | $1,020 | $1,300 | $1,570 | $1,730 |
Income limits: Washington County
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom