Galveston, TX Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Galveston ranges from $1,330 (ZIP 77550) to $1,530 (ZIP 77551), with a median of $1,480 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77550 | $1,100 | $1,120 | $1,330 | $1,790 | $2,220 |
| 77551 | $1,260 | $1,290 | $1,530 | $2,060 | $2,560 |
| 77552 | $1,220 | $1,250 | $1,480 | $1,990 | $2,470 |
| 77553 | $1,220 | $1,250 | $1,480 | $1,990 | $2,470 |
| 77554 | $1,260 | $1,290 | $1,530 | $2,060 | $2,560 |
| 77555 | $1,100 | $1,120 | $1,330 | $1,790 | $2,220 |
Income limits: Galveston County
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