Fairfax, VA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Fairfax ranges from $2,560 (ZIP 22038) to $2,970 (ZIP 22031), with a median of $2,840 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22030 | $2,440 | $2,550 | $2,820 | $3,590 | $4,230 |
| 22031 | $2,570 | $2,690 | $2,970 | $3,790 | $4,460 |
| 22032 | $2,480 | $2,590 | $2,860 | $3,640 | $4,290 |
| 22033 | $2,570 | $2,690 | $2,970 | $3,790 | $4,460 |
| 22035 | $2,360 | $2,460 | $2,720 | $3,470 | $4,080 |
| 22038 | $2,220 | $2,310 | $2,560 | $3,260 | $3,840 |
Income limits: Fairfax (City) County · Fairfax city
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