How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in ZIP 48043?

For ZIP 48043 in Macomb County, MI, the FY2026 two-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent is $1,130 per month. Local housing authorities set the Section 8 payment standard between 90% and 110% of that, roughly $1,015 to $1,245 before the tenant's utility allowance.

What are the FY2026 Section 8 rent limits for ZIP 48043?

HUD's FY2026 Small Area Fair Market Rent for ZIP 48043, by bedroom size: studio $810, 1-bedroom $900, 2-bedroom $1,130, 3-bedroom $1,380, 4-bedroom $1,500. In SAFMR metros the ZIP-level figure, not the county average, is what applies to an address here.

Which housing authority covers ZIP 48043?

Vouchers for Macomb County are administered by Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA), Roseville Housing Commission, Eastpointe Housing Commission. The authority whose jurisdiction covers ZIP 48043 handles the application, the waitlist, the HAP contract, and the unit inspection.

Section 8 Rent in ZIP 48043

FY2026 Small Area Fair Market Rent for ZIP 48043 in Macomb County, Michigan: the exact per-bedroom rents HUD publishes for this ZIP, the estimated payment-standard range, the housing authorities that administer vouchers here, and whether a landlord can legally decline a voucher in Michigan.

Studio

$810

1 BR

$900

2 BR

$1,130

3 BR

$1,380

4 BR

$1,500

Estimated payment standard range (2 BR)

Local PHAs set payment standards between 90% and 110% of FMR. Exact figures vary by PHA. The numbers below are the modeled range.

Low (90%)

$1,015

FMR (100%)

$1,130

High (110%)

$1,245

Gross rent before the tenant utility allowance. The PHA's published payment standard is the number that actually applies; verify with the PHA before signing a lease or HAP contract.

ZIP vs county FMR (2 BR)

ZIP 48043 at $1,130 is $281 lower than the Macomb County county-wide 2 BR FMR of $1,411. In SAFMR metros the ZIP number applies, so the county-wide figure overstates what a voucher covers in this ZIP.

Can a landlord refuse Section 8 in ZIP 48043?

No. Michigan law prohibits landlords from refusing a renter because they pay with a Section 8 voucher. That protection applies in ZIP 48043. If you were turned away for having a voucher, that refusal may be illegal.

Michigan Public Act 195 of 2024 (effective April 2, 2025)

Michigan Public Act 195 of 2024 added source-of-income protection to state law, effective April 2 2025. BUT the state law only applies to landlords with 5 or more rental units — small landlords (1-4 units) remain exempt at the state level. Local ordinances may cover the small-landlord gap; Detroit and Southfield both do.

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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 Macomb County

Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA)
Lansing · PHA code MI901
32,308 Section 8 units
Roseville Housing Commission
Roseville · PHA code MI037
314 Section 8 units
Eastpointe Housing Commission
Eastpointe · PHA code MI044
175 Section 8 units
St Clair Shores Housing Commission
Saint Clair Shores · PHA code MI059
90 Section 8 units
Sterling Heights Housing Commission
Sterling Heights · PHA code MI157
44 Section 8 units

The PHA whose jurisdiction covers ZIP 48043 handles the application, the HAP contract, and the unit inspection.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in ZIP 48043?: For ZIP 48043 in Macomb County, MI, the FY2026 two-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent is $1,130 per month. Local housing authorities set the Section 8 payment standard between 90% and 110% of that, roughly $1,015 to $1,245 before the tenant's utility allowance.
What are the FY2026 Section 8 rent limits for ZIP 48043?: HUD's FY2026 Small Area Fair Market Rent for ZIP 48043, by bedroom size: studio $810, 1-bedroom $900, 2-bedroom $1,130, 3-bedroom $1,380, 4-bedroom $1,500. In SAFMR metros the ZIP-level figure, not the county average, is what applies to an address here.
Which housing authority covers ZIP 48043?: Vouchers for Macomb County are administered by Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA), Roseville Housing Commission, Eastpointe Housing Commission. The authority whose jurisdiction covers ZIP 48043 handles the application, the waitlist, the HAP contract, and the unit inspection.

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Macomb County overview All of Michigan

SAFMR data published by HUD for FY2026. ZIP 48043 maps to Macomb County, MI · FIPS 26099. Investors can run these numbers in the RentalCalcs voucher analyzer.