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Section 8 rent in Kauai County, HI

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Kauai County, HI, covering 17 ZIP codes.

$2,246Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$2,471Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
17ZIP 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$1,450$1,625$2,100$1,788
1 Bedroom$1,630$1,712$2,100$1,884
2 Bedrooms$2,140$2,246$2,750$2,471
3 Bedrooms$2,810$2,910$3,480$3,201
4 Bedrooms$3,330$3,413$3,990$3,754

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$4,492$53,904
Triplex3 × 2BR$6,738$80,856
Fourplex4 × 2BR$8,984$107,808
Fourplex4 × 3BR$11,640$139,680

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

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 17 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
96722 $2,100 $2,750 $3,480 $3,990
96754 $2,070 $2,710 $3,430 $3,930
96765 $1,810 $2,370 $3,000 $3,440
96746 $1,760 $2,310 $2,920 $3,350
96751 $1,760 $2,310 $2,920 $3,350
96766 $1,680 $2,200 $2,810 $3,330
96703 $1,630 $2,140 $2,810 $3,330
96705 $1,630 $2,140 $2,810 $3,330
96714 $1,630 $2,140 $2,810 $3,330
96715 $1,630 $2,140 $2,810 $3,330
96716 $1,630 $2,140 $2,810 $3,330
96741 $1,630 $2,140 $2,810 $3,330
96747 $1,630 $2,140 $2,810 $3,330
96752 $1,630 $2,140 $2,810 $3,330
96756 $1,630 $2,140 $2,810 $3,330

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Kauai County, HI?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Kauai County, HI is $2,246 per month, ranging from $2,140 to $2,750 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 $2,471.
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 Kauai County, HI, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $2,140 to $2,750 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 Hawaii?
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