Section 8 · NY
Section 8 rent — Franklin County, NY (FY2026)
How much Section 8 pays toward rent in Franklin 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 Franklin 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 | $720 | $648 – $792 |
| 1 Bedroom | $862 | $776 – $948 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,044 | $940 – $1,148 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,299 | $1,169 – $1,429 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,489 | $1,340 – $1,638 |
At a glance
- 2-Bedroom FMR
- $1,044/mo
- Payment standard
- $940 – $1,148
- Effective
- FY2026
Frequently asked questions
What does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Franklin County, NY?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom in Franklin County is $1,044. The local PHA sets its payment standard between 90% and 110% of that figure, so the voucher can range from $940 to $1,148 before the tenant's own share.
How is the Section 8 payment standard set in Franklin 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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