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Section 8 rent in Kennewick-Richland, WA

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Kennewick-Richland, WA MSA, covering 21 ZIP codes.

$1,472Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,619Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
21ZIP 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$950$1,069$1,440$1,175
1 Bedroom$1,090$1,203$1,620$1,324
2 Bedrooms$1,340$1,472$1,970$1,619
3 Bedrooms$1,770$1,964$2,630$2,160
4 Bedrooms$2,130$2,298$3,040$2,527

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$2,944$35,328
Triplex3 × 2BR$4,416$52,992
Fourplex4 × 2BR$5,888$70,656
Fourplex4 × 3BR$7,856$94,272

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

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 21 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
99353 $1,620 $1,970 $2,630 $3,040
99338 $1,420 $1,730 $2,310 $2,670
99352 $1,420 $1,730 $2,310 $2,670
99337 $1,390 $1,690 $2,250 $2,610
99354 $1,310 $1,590 $2,120 $2,450
99320 $1,230 $1,500 $2,000 $2,310
99301 $1,200 $1,460 $1,950 $2,250
99336 $1,200 $1,460 $1,950 $2,250
99346 $1,190 $1,460 $1,960 $2,290
99302 $1,190 $1,450 $1,930 $2,240
99326 $1,160 $1,410 $1,880 $2,170
99330 $1,130 $1,380 $1,840 $2,130
98944 $1,090 $1,360 $1,910 $2,130
98930 $1,090 $1,340 $1,810 $2,130
99335 $1,090 $1,340 $1,770 $2,130

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Kennewick-Richland, WA?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Kennewick-Richland, WA MSA is $1,472 per month, ranging from $1,340 to $1,970 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 $1,619.
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 Kennewick-Richland, WA, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $1,340 to $1,970 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 Washington?
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