The PHA sets a payment standard ranging from 90% to 110% of the Fair Market Rents (FMRs).

Jersey City, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area, NJ

In the year 2024, as a landlord, if you're looking to rent your property to a Section 8 tenant or another housing voucher program in Jersey City, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area, you can consider the following rental prices based on HUD income limits.

Efficiency:The efficiency rental rates range from a low of $1,794 to a high of $2,192, with an average of $1,993.
One-bedroom: One-bedroom rental prices vary, with a minimum of $1,823, a maximum of $2,228, and an average of $2,025.
Two-bedroom: The rental rates for two-bedroom apartments exhibit a range, starting at a minimum of $2,069, peaking at a maximum of $2,529, and averaging at $2,299.
Three-bedroom: Three-bedroom rental rates exhibit a range, with a minimum of $2,570, a maximum of $3,141, and an average of $2,855.
Four-bedroom: The rental prices for four-bedroom properties fluctuate, ranging from a minimum of $2,865 to a maximum of $3,501, with an average of $3,183.

The fair market rent mentioned already includes all utilities. If a landlord chooses not to provide utility coverage, they can subtract the utility costs from the rent to determine the adjusted rental price.

Each housing authority establishes its own rental rates, so you should check the pricing set by that specific housing authority to determine the maximum amount they can offer. It's advisable to adhere to their pricing guidelines.

To apply for Section 8 housing, you can check your income against the Jersey City, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area Housing Choice voucher income limit to determine your eligibility.

HUD's Fair Market Rent guides Section 8 rates for your rental unit.

Year Area HUD Fair Market Rent Bedrooms
Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Bedroom
2024 Jersey City, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area, NJ Low Rent (90%) $1,794 $1,823 $2,069 $2,570 $2,865
Average Rent $1,993 $2,025 $2,299 $2,855 $3,183
High Rent(110%) $2,192 $2,228 $2,529 $3,141 $3,501
2023 Jersey City, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area, NJ Low Rent (90%) $1,589 $1,639 $1,879 $2,320 $2,525
Average Rent $1,765 $1,821 $2,088 $2,578 $2,805
High Rent (110%) $1,942 $2,003 $2,297 $2,836 $3,086
2022 Jersey City, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area, NJ Low Rent (90%) $1,449 $1,540 $1,775 $2,194 $2,407
Average Rent $1,610 $1,711 $1,972 $2,438 $2,674
High Rent(110%) $1,771 $1,882 $2,169 $2,682 $2,941
2021 Jersey City, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area, NJ Low Rent (90%) $1,395 $1,517 $1,762 $2,192 $2,390
Average Rent $1,550 $1,686 $1,958 $2,435 $2,655
High Rent (110%) $1,705 $1,855 $2,154 $2,679 $2,921
2020 Jersey City, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area, NJ Low Rent (90%) $1,163 $1,295 $1,522 $1,896 $2,062
Average Rent $1,292 $1,439 $1,691 $2,107 $2,291
High Rent(110%) $1,421 $1,583 $1,860 $2,318 $2,520
2019 Jersey City, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area, NJ Low Rent (90%) $1,060 $1,190 $1,416 $1,774 $1,913
Average Rent $1,178 $1,322 $1,573 $1,971 $2,126
High Rent (110%) $1,296 $1,454 $1,730 $2,168 $2,339
2018 Jersey City, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area, NJ Low Rent (90%) $1,081 $1,216 $1,453 $1,838 $1,978
Average Rent $1,201 $1,351 $1,614 $2,042 $2,198
High Rent(110%) $1,321 $1,486 $1,775 $2,246 $2,418
2017 Jersey City, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area, NJ Low Rent (90%) $1,036 $1,150 $1,367 $1,751 $1,885
Average Rent $1,151 $1,278 $1,519 $1,946 $2,094
High Rent (110%) $1,266 $1,406 $1,671 $2,141 $2,303


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