Lakewood, WA Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Lakewood ranges from $1,830 (ZIP 98499) to $2,060 (ZIP 98496), with a median of $1,895 across 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98439 | $1,390 | $1,560 | $1,920 | $2,650 | $2,990 |
| 98496 | $1,490 | $1,680 | $2,060 | $2,840 | $3,210 |
| 98498 | $1,350 | $1,520 | $1,870 | $2,580 | $2,920 |
| 98499 | $1,320 | $1,490 | $1,830 | $2,530 | $2,850 |
Income limits: Pierce County
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