Section 8 · NJ
Section 8 rent — Somerset County, NJ (FY2026)
How much Section 8 pays toward rent in Somerset County, NJ, 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 Somerset County, NJ, and the 90-110% payment standard band the local PHA can set for each bedroom count.
| Bedroom | FY2026 FMR | Payment standard (90-110%) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,804 | $1,624 – $1,984 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,978 | $1,780 – $2,176 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,486 | $2,237 – $2,735 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,981 | $2,683 – $3,279 |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,296 | $2,966 – $3,626 |
At a glance
- 2-Bedroom FMR
- $2,486/mo
- Payment standard
- $2,237 – $2,735
- Effective
- FY2026
Frequently asked questions
What does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Somerset County, NJ?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom in Somerset County is $2,486. The local PHA sets its payment standard between 90% and 110% of that figure, so the voucher can range from $2,237 to $2,735 before the tenant's own share.
How is the Section 8 payment standard set in Somerset 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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