Racine, WI Section 8 Rent Limits 2026–27 by ZIP Code
For 2026–27, HUD's 2-bedroom figure in Racine ranges from $1,190 (ZIP 53404) to $1,320 (ZIP 53402), with a median of $1,280 across 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53401 | $920 | $1,030 | $1,280 | $1,640 | $1,980 |
| 53402 | $950 | $1,070 | $1,320 | $1,690 | $2,040 |
| 53403 | $980 | $1,040 | $1,290 | $1,710 | $1,990 |
| 53404 | $860 | $960 | $1,190 | $1,520 | $1,840 |
| 53405 | $860 | $960 | $1,190 | $1,520 | $1,840 |
| 53406 | $910 | $1,020 | $1,260 | $1,610 | $1,950 |
| 53408 | $920 | $1,030 | $1,280 | $1,640 | $1,980 |
Income limits: Racine County
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