Abilene, TX Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Abilene ranges from $1,180 (ZIP 79601) to $1,370 (ZIP 79606), with a median of $1,305 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79601 | $910 | $940 | $1,180 | $1,540 | $1,820 |
| 79602 | $970 | $1,050 | $1,320 | $1,710 | $2,030 |
| 79603 | $910 | $1,000 | $1,250 | $1,620 | $1,920 |
| 79604 | $970 | $1,060 | $1,330 | $1,730 | $2,040 |
| 79605 | $980 | $1,030 | $1,290 | $1,680 | $1,980 |
| 79606 | $1,000 | $1,090 | $1,370 | $1,780 | $2,110 |
| 79608 | $970 | $1,060 | $1,330 | $1,730 | $2,040 |
| 79699 | $910 | $940 | $1,180 | $1,540 | $1,820 |
Income limits: Taylor County
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