How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in ZIP 38571?

For ZIP 38571 in Cumberland County, TN, the FY2027 two-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent is $1,010 per month. For illustration, 90% to 110% of this HUD benchmark is roughly $910 to $1,110. 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 38571?

HUD's FY2027 Small Area Fair Market Rent for ZIP 38571, by bedroom size: studio $770, 1-bedroom $770, 2-bedroom $1,010, 3-bedroom $1,370, 4-bedroom $1,390. 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 38571?

Agencies listed for Cumberland County include Crossville 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 38571

FY2027 Small Area Fair Market Rent for ZIP 38571 in Cumberland 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

$770

1 BR

$770

2 BR

$1,010

3 BR

$1,370

4 BR

$1,390

What does the HUD rent benchmark measure in ZIP 38571?

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 $770 for a one-bedroom and $1,010 for a two-bedroom in ZIP 38571. 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%)

$910

FMR (100%)

$1,010

High (110%)

$1,110

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 38571 at $1,010 is $29 lower than the Cumberland County county-wide 2 BR FMR of $1,039. The difference describes HUD benchmarks, not a reduction in your voucher. Confirm the applicable schedule with the agency administering your assistance.

Can a landlord refuse Section 8 in ZIP 38571?

Yes. Tennessee law blocks local governments from requiring voucher acceptance, so landlords in ZIP 38571 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 Cumberland County

Crossville Housing Authority
Crossville · PHA code TN042
450 Section 8 units

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 38571?: For ZIP 38571 in Cumberland County, TN, the FY2027 two-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent is $1,010 per month. For illustration, 90% to 110% of this HUD benchmark is roughly $910 to $1,110. 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 38571?: HUD's FY2027 Small Area Fair Market Rent for ZIP 38571, by bedroom size: studio $770, 1-bedroom $770, 2-bedroom $1,010, 3-bedroom $1,370, 4-bedroom $1,390. 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 38571?: Agencies listed for Cumberland County include Crossville 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 38571

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SAFMR data published by HUD for FY2027. ZIP 38571 maps to Cumberland County, TN · FIPS 47035. Investors can run these numbers in the RentalCalcs voucher analyzer.