How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in ZIP 76023?

For ZIP 76023 in Wise County, TX, the FY2026 two-bedroom Fair Market Rent is $1,190 per month. Local housing authorities set the Section 8 payment standard between 90% and 110% of that, roughly $1,070 to $1,310 before the tenant's utility allowance.

What are the FY2026 Section 8 rent limits for ZIP 76023?

HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for ZIP 76023, by bedroom size: studio $910, 1-bedroom $950, 2-bedroom $1,190, 3-bedroom $1,650, 4-bedroom $2,000. In SAFMR metros the ZIP-level figure, not the county average, is what applies to an address here.

Which housing authority covers ZIP 76023?

Vouchers for Wise County are administered by Housing Authority of Bridgeport, Housing Authority of Decatur. The authority whose jurisdiction covers ZIP 76023 handles the application, the waitlist, the HAP contract, and the unit inspection.

Section 8 Rent in ZIP 76023

FY2026 Fair Market Rent for ZIP 76023 in Wise County, Texas: 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 Texas.

Studio

$910

1 BR

$950

2 BR

$1,190

3 BR

$1,650

4 BR

$2,000

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%)

$1,070

FMR (100%)

$1,190

High (110%)

$1,310

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 76023 at $1,190 is $15 lower than the Wise County county-wide 2 BR FMR of $1,205. 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 76023?

Yes. Texas law blocks local governments from requiring voucher acceptance, so landlords in ZIP 76023 can legally decline Section 8 applicants. Listing on a voucher-friendly marketplace is the fastest way to find the landlords who do accept.

Texas has NO statewide SOI protection AND state law preempts city ordinances. Austin passed protection in 2014, Texas legislature struck it down in 2015. Landlords in Texas can legally refuse vouchers.

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

Housing authorities serving Wise County

Housing Authority of Bridgeport
Bridgeport · PHA code TX067
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Housing Authority of Decatur
Decatur · PHA code TX155
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The PHA whose jurisdiction covers ZIP 76023 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 76023?: For ZIP 76023 in Wise County, TX, the FY2026 two-bedroom Fair Market Rent is $1,190 per month. Local housing authorities set the Section 8 payment standard between 90% and 110% of that, roughly $1,070 to $1,310 before the tenant's utility allowance.
What are the FY2026 Section 8 rent limits for ZIP 76023?: HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for ZIP 76023, by bedroom size: studio $910, 1-bedroom $950, 2-bedroom $1,190, 3-bedroom $1,650, 4-bedroom $2,000. In SAFMR metros the ZIP-level figure, not the county average, is what applies to an address here.
Which housing authority covers ZIP 76023?: Vouchers for Wise County are administered by Housing Authority of Bridgeport, Housing Authority of Decatur. The authority whose jurisdiction covers ZIP 76023 handles the application, the waitlist, the HAP contract, and the unit inspection.

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Wise County overview All of Texas

SAFMR data published by HUD for FY2026. ZIP 76023 maps to Wise County, TX · FIPS 48497. Investors can run these numbers in the RentalCalcs voucher analyzer.