How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in ZIP 38554?

For ZIP 38554 in Overton County, TN, the FY2027 two-bedroom Fair Market Rent is $1,000 per month. For illustration, 90% to 110% of this HUD benchmark is roughly $900 to $1,100. This modeled range is not the agency's adopted schedule. The agency calculates assistance using its applicable standard, household income and unit details; gross rent includes the allowance for tenant-paid utilities.

What are the FY2027 HUD rent benchmarks for ZIP 38554?

HUD's FY2027 Fair Market Rent for ZIP 38554, by bedroom size: studio $760, 1-bedroom $810, 2-bedroom $1,000, 3-bedroom $1,230, 4-bedroom $1,430. A ZIP benchmark helps compare locations but does not establish what a voucher pays. The administering agency's adopted schedule, program rules and household calculation determine assistance.

Which housing authority covers ZIP 38554?

Agencies listed for Overton County include Livingston Housing Authority. This county directory does not establish jurisdiction for every address. Check the agency on your voucher or application and confirm who would administer assistance at the proposed unit.

Section 8 Rent in ZIP 38554

FY2027 Fair Market Rent for ZIP 38554 in Overton County, Tennessee: HUD rent benchmarks by bedroom size, an illustrative percentage range, the housing authorities that administer vouchers here, and whether a landlord can legally decline a voucher in Tennessee.

Studio

$760

1 BR

$810

2 BR

$1,000

3 BR

$1,230

4 BR

$1,430

What does the HUD rent benchmark measure in ZIP 38554?

HUD's Fair Market Rents estimate 40th-percentile gross rents for standard-quality units occupied by recent movers. Small Area FMRs provide ZIP-level estimates. These are not arithmetic average asking rents or approved voucher payments. For FY2027, that benchmark is $810 for a one-bedroom and $1,000 for a two-bedroom in ZIP 38554. Actual asking rents and adopted agency payment standards can differ. The full HUD benchmark table is above.

Illustration: 90% to 110% of the HUD benchmark (2 BR)

These percentages illustrate the basic payment-standard range, not a verified agency schedule. ZIP-based policies, approved exceptions and Moving to Work rules can differ.

Low (90%)

$900

FMR (100%)

$1,000

High (110%)

$1,100

Gross rent includes the applicable allowance for tenant-paid utilities. Ask your administering agency for the adopted standard and household affordability calculation; neither the HUD benchmark nor this illustration is a lease approval.

ZIP vs county FMR (2 BR)

ZIP 38554 at $1,000 is $5 higher than the Overton County county-wide 2 BR FMR of $995. This is a comparison of HUD benchmarks. It does not establish the agency's adopted standard or the assistance available to a particular household.

Can a landlord refuse Section 8 in ZIP 38554?

Yes. Tennessee law blocks local governments from requiring voucher acceptance, so landlords in ZIP 38554 can legally decline Section 8 applicants. Listing on a voucher-friendly marketplace is the fastest way to find the landlords who do accept.

Tennessee has no source-of-income protection

Tennessee has NO statewide source-of-income protection. The state legislature has been aggressive about preempting local anti-discrimination measures. Landlords can legally decline voucher applicants. Voucher tenants remain a solid financial option — guaranteed monthly rent, often above local market — but the choice is voluntary.

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Informational only, not legal advice. Laws change, so verify current status before acting on a rejection or making a leasing decision.

Housing authorities serving Overton County

Livingston Housing Authority
Livingston · PHA code TN056
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These agencies are listed for the county. Confirm jurisdiction for the exact address and, if you already have a voucher, which agency will administer the proposed move.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in ZIP 38554?: For ZIP 38554 in Overton County, TN, the FY2027 two-bedroom Fair Market Rent is $1,000 per month. For illustration, 90% to 110% of this HUD benchmark is roughly $900 to $1,100. This modeled range is not the agency's adopted schedule. The agency calculates assistance using its applicable standard, household income and unit details; gross rent includes the allowance for tenant-paid utilities.
What are the FY2027 HUD rent benchmarks for ZIP 38554?: HUD's FY2027 Fair Market Rent for ZIP 38554, by bedroom size: studio $760, 1-bedroom $810, 2-bedroom $1,000, 3-bedroom $1,230, 4-bedroom $1,430. A ZIP benchmark helps compare locations but does not establish what a voucher pays. The administering agency's adopted schedule, program rules and household calculation determine assistance.
Which housing authority covers ZIP 38554?: Agencies listed for Overton County include Livingston Housing Authority. This county directory does not establish jurisdiction for every address. Check the agency on your voucher or application and confirm who would administer assistance at the proposed unit.

Find Section 8 apartments in ZIP 38554

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SAFMR data published by HUD for FY2027. ZIP 38554 maps to Overton County, TN · FIPS 47133. Investors can run these numbers in the RentalCalcs voucher analyzer.