Mcallen, TX Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Mcallen ranges from $1,020 (ZIP 78502) to $1,260 (ZIP 78504), with a median of $1,100 across 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78501 | $870 | $870 | $1,100 | $1,410 | $1,560 |
| 78502 | $800 | $810 | $1,020 | $1,310 | $1,440 |
| 78503 | $930 | $940 | $1,180 | $1,510 | $1,670 |
| 78504 | $990 | $1,000 | $1,260 | $1,620 | $1,780 |
| 78505 | $800 | $810 | $1,020 | $1,310 | $1,440 |
Income limits: Hidalgo County
Voucher amounts nationwide by unit size: Studio · 1 Bedroom · 2 Bedroom · 3 Bedroom · 4 Bedroom