Katy, TX Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Katy ranges from $1,470 (ZIP 77491) to $2,250 (ZIP 77494), with a median of $1,885 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77449 | $1,580 | $1,620 | $1,920 | $2,590 | $3,210 |
| 77450 | $1,520 | $1,560 | $1,850 | $2,490 | $3,090 |
| 77491 | $1,210 | $1,240 | $1,470 | $1,980 | $2,460 |
| 77492 | $1,210 | $1,240 | $1,470 | $1,980 | $2,460 |
| 77493 | $1,580 | $1,620 | $1,920 | $2,590 | $3,210 |
| 77494 | $1,850 | $1,900 | $2,250 | $3,030 | $3,760 |
Income limits: Harris County
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