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Section 8 rent in Bethel Census Area, AK

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Bethel Census Area, AK, covering 28 ZIP codes.

$1,877Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$2,065Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
28ZIP Codes

Fair market rent by bedroom count

Base SAFMR across all ZIP codes in this market. Housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates.

BedroomsLowest ZIPAverageHighest ZIPAvg 110% Standard
Studio$1,430$1,607$1,840$1,768
1 Bedroom$1,440$1,617$1,850$1,779
2 Bedrooms$1,770$1,877$2,130$2,065
3 Bedrooms$2,130$2,262$2,570$2,488
4 Bedrooms$2,440$2,513$2,820$2,764

Small multifamily Section 8 income

Estimated gross monthly and annual rent for 2-to-4 unit properties, assuming every unit is rented to Section 8 at this market's average fair market rent. Small multifamily is a favorite for long-term buy-and-hold investors stacking stable voucher income across multiple doors.

Property TypeUnit MixGross Monthly RentGross Annual Rent
Duplex2 × 2BR$3,754$45,048
Triplex3 × 2BR$5,631$67,572
Fourplex4 × 2BR$7,508$90,096
Fourplex4 × 3BR$9,048$108,576

Gross scheduled rent before vacancy, maintenance and management. Run any Alaska multifamily listing through RealG to model it against real operating costs, or try the rental property calculator.

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 28 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
99634 $1,850 $2,130 $2,570 $2,820
99559 $1,680 $1,940 $2,340 $2,570
99545 $1,650 $1,900 $2,290 $2,520
99551 $1,650 $1,900 $2,290 $2,520
99552 $1,650 $1,900 $2,290 $2,520
99561 $1,650 $1,900 $2,290 $2,520
99578 $1,650 $1,900 $2,290 $2,520
99589 $1,650 $1,900 $2,290 $2,520
99607 $1,650 $1,900 $2,290 $2,520
99609 $1,650 $1,900 $2,290 $2,520
99614 $1,650 $1,900 $2,290 $2,520
99621 $1,650 $1,900 $2,290 $2,520
99622 $1,650 $1,900 $2,290 $2,520
99626 $1,650 $1,900 $2,290 $2,520
99630 $1,650 $1,900 $2,290 $2,520

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Bethel Census Area, AK?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Bethel Census Area, AK is $1,877 per month, ranging from $1,770 to $2,130 depending on ZIP code. Local housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates, so the average 2-bedroom payment standard can reach $2,065.
What is a Small Area Fair Market Rent (SAFMR)?
SAFMRs are fair market rents that HUD publishes at the ZIP code level instead of one rate for a whole metro area. They reflect what modest rental housing actually costs in each ZIP, which means higher payment standards in more expensive neighborhoods. Housing choice voucher payments in this market are based on these rates.
Why do rents vary so much between ZIP codes here?
In Bethel Census Area, AK, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $1,770 to $2,130 per month. HUD sets each ZIP's rate from local rent data, so neighborhoods with stronger rental markets get higher voucher payment standards. For investors, the spread matters: the same house price can produce very different Section 8 rents a few ZIP codes apart.
How do I find Section 8 investment properties in Alaska?
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