Section 8 · IL
Section 8 rent — Jefferson County, IL (FY2026)
How much Section 8 pays toward rent in Jefferson County, IL, 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 Jefferson County, IL, and the 90-110% payment standard band the local PHA can set for each bedroom count.
| Bedroom | FY2026 FMR | Payment standard (90-110%) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $777 | $699 – $855 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 | $704 – $860 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,026 | $923 – $1,129 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,248 | $1,123 – $1,373 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,365 | $1,229 – $1,502 |
At a glance
- 2-Bedroom FMR
- $1,026/mo
- Payment standard
- $923 – $1,129
- Effective
- FY2026
Frequently asked questions
What does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Jefferson County, IL?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom in Jefferson County is $1,026. The local PHA sets its payment standard between 90% and 110% of that figure, so the voucher can range from $923 to $1,129 before the tenant's own share.
How is the Section 8 payment standard set in Jefferson 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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