Section 8 · NY
Section 8 rent — Columbia County, NY (FY2026)
How much Section 8 pays toward rent in Columbia County, NY, 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 Columbia County, NY, and the 90-110% payment standard band the local PHA can set for each bedroom count.
| Bedroom | FY2026 FMR | Payment standard (90-110%) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,249 | $1,124 – $1,374 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,263 | $1,137 – $1,389 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,434 | $1,291 – $1,577 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,730 | $1,557 – $1,903 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,899 | $1,709 – $2,089 |
At a glance
- 2-Bedroom FMR
- $1,434/mo
- Payment standard
- $1,291 – $1,577
- Effective
- FY2026
Frequently asked questions
What does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Columbia County, NY?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom in Columbia County is $1,434. The local PHA sets its payment standard between 90% and 110% of that figure, so the voucher can range from $1,291 to $1,577 before the tenant's own share.
How is the Section 8 payment standard set in Columbia 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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