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Section 8 rent in Hickman County, TN

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Hickman County, TN, covering 15 ZIP codes.

$1,147Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,261Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
15ZIP 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$690$929$1,270$1,022
1 Bedroom$700$972$1,310$1,069
2 Bedrooms$900$1,147$1,470$1,261
3 Bedrooms$1,100$1,470$1,860$1,617
4 Bedrooms$1,320$1,715$2,280$1,887

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$2,294$27,528
Triplex3 × 2BR$3,441$41,292
Fourplex4 × 2BR$4,588$55,056
Fourplex4 × 3BR$5,880$70,560

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

Highest-paying ZIP codes

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

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
38476 $1,310 $1,470 $1,860 $2,280
37025 $1,300 $1,460 $1,840 $2,240
37055 $1,300 $1,460 $1,840 $2,240
37101 $1,300 $1,460 $1,840 $2,240
38487 $1,050 $1,310 $1,670 $1,810
38454 $920 $1,210 $1,560 $1,620
38461 $920 $1,210 $1,560 $1,620
37097 $820 $1,060 $1,280 $1,440
37137 $870 $970 $1,280 $1,570
37078 $800 $950 $1,240 $1,320
37098 $850 $950 $1,250 $1,530
37140 $830 $940 $1,240 $1,470
37033 $830 $930 $1,220 $1,490
38462 $780 $920 $1,270 $1,540
37096 $700 $900 $1,100 $1,320

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Hickman County, TN?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Hickman County, TN is $1,147 per month, ranging from $900 to $1,470 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 $1,261.
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 Hickman County, TN, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $900 to $1,470 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 Tennessee?
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