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Section 8 rent in Sierra County, CA

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Sierra County, CA, covering 11 ZIP codes.

$1,426Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,569Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
11ZIP 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$860$1,009$1,310$1,110
1 Bedroom$950$1,099$1,320$1,209
2 Bedrooms$1,240$1,426$1,720$1,569
3 Bedrooms$1,740$1,999$2,410$2,199
4 Bedrooms$2,060$2,372$2,880$2,609

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$2,852$34,224
Triplex3 × 2BR$4,278$51,336
Fourplex4 × 2BR$5,704$68,448
Fourplex4 × 3BR$7,996$95,952

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

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 11 of 11 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
95960 $1,320 $1,720 $2,410 $2,880
96105 $1,160 $1,490 $2,080 $2,440
95910 $1,110 $1,450 $2,030 $2,400
95936 $1,110 $1,450 $2,030 $2,400
95944 $1,110 $1,450 $2,030 $2,400
96124 $1,110 $1,450 $2,030 $2,400
96125 $1,110 $1,450 $2,030 $2,400
89439 $1,140 $1,430 $2,010 $2,410
95922 $1,020 $1,320 $1,860 $2,240
96118 $950 $1,240 $1,740 $2,060
96126 $950 $1,240 $1,740 $2,060

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Sierra County, CA?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Sierra County, CA is $1,426 per month, ranging from $1,240 to $1,720 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 $1,569.
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 Sierra County, CA, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $1,240 to $1,720 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 California?
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