Section 8 · GA
Section 8 rent — Union County, GA (FY2026)
How much Section 8 pays toward rent in Union County, GA, shown as HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent by bedroom count. The local housing authority sets its payment standard between 90% and 110% of this figure, so the actual voucher amount for a unit can be up to 10% above or below it.
Section 8 rent by bedroom
FY2026 Fair Market Rent in Union County, GA, and the 90-110% payment standard band the local PHA can set for each bedroom count.
| Bedroom | FY2026 FMR | Payment standard (90-110%) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $745 | $671 – $820 |
| 1 Bedroom | $750 | $675 – $825 |
| 2 Bedroom | $984 | $886 – $1,082 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,360 | $1,224 – $1,496 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,651 | $1,486 – $1,816 |
At a glance
- 2-Bedroom FMR
- $984/mo
- Payment standard
- $886 – $1,082
- Effective
- FY2026
Frequently asked questions
What does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Union County, GA?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom in Union County is $984. The local PHA sets its payment standard between 90% and 110% of that figure, so the voucher can range from $886 to $1,082 before the tenant's own share.
How is the Section 8 payment standard set in Union County?
Each public housing authority chooses a payment standard between 90% and 110% of the county FMR published by HUD. The PHA then pays payment standard minus the tenant's roughly 30% share, capped at the contract rent.
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