Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Nez Perce County, Idaho
Nez Perce County has a HUD fair market rent of $1,234 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $1,015 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $23.73 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,234
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 10% less than in Idaho
- Typical rent
- $1,015
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 18% less than in Idaho
- Wage needed
- $23.73
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $49,360 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 44%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 5% less than in Idaho
Only here
Renting in Nez Perce County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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Nez Perce County has the highest typical rent in its area: $1,015, more than any of its 6 neighboring counties; next is Shoshone County ($943).
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Nez Perce County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in Nez Perce County was $1,661 a month in September 2026. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $938 | $18.04 | $37,520 |
| 1 bedroom | $943 | $18.13 | $37,720 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,234 | $23.73 | $49,360 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,709 | $32.87 | $68,360 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,028 | $39.00 | $81,120 |
HUD area: Lewiston, ID-WA MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 15 ZIP codes in Nez Perce County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,100 in 83555 to $1,280 in 83545. 4 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($1,234).
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 83501 | Lewiston, ID-WA | $930 | $930 | $1,220 | $1,690 | $2,000 |
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| 83524 | Lewis County, ID | $900 | $900 | $1,180 | $1,640 | $1,940 |
| 83524 | Lewiston, ID-WA | $900 | $900 | $1,180 | $1,640 | $1,940 |
| 83535 | Latah County, ID | $880 | $920 | $1,130 | $1,560 | $1,890 |
| 83535 | Lewiston, ID-WA | $880 | $920 | $1,130 | $1,560 | $1,890 |
| 83540 | Lewiston, ID-WA | $950 | $960 | $1,250 | $1,730 | $2,050 |
| 83541 | Clearwater County, ID | $900 | $920 | $1,160 | $1,610 | $1,910 |
| 83541 | Lewiston, ID-WA | $900 | $920 | $1,160 | $1,610 | $1,910 |
| 83545 | Clearwater County, ID | $970 | $980 | $1,280 | $1,770 | $2,100 |
| 83545 | Lewis County, ID | $970 | $980 | $1,280 | $1,770 | $2,100 |
| 83545 | Lewiston, ID-WA | $970 | $980 | $1,280 | $1,770 | $2,100 |
| 83548 | Lewis County, ID | $920 | $920 | $1,200 | $1,660 | $1,960 |
| 83548 | Lewiston, ID-WA | $920 | $920 | $1,200 | $1,660 | $1,960 |
| 83555 | Lewis County, ID | $840 | $840 | $1,100 | $1,530 | $1,840 |
| 83555 | Lewiston, ID-WA | $840 | $840 | $1,100 | $1,530 | $1,840 |
- 83501 · Lewiston, ID-WA $1,220$1,690
- 83524 · Lewis County, ID $1,180$1,640
- 83524 · Lewiston, ID-WA $1,180$1,640
- 83535 · Latah County, ID $1,130$1,560
- 83535 · Lewiston, ID-WA $1,130$1,560
- 83540 · Lewiston, ID-WA $1,250$1,730
- 83541 · Clearwater County, ID $1,160$1,610
- 83541 · Lewiston, ID-WA $1,160$1,610
- 83545 · Clearwater County, ID $1,280$1,770
- 83545 · Lewis County, ID $1,280$1,770
- 83545 · Lewiston, ID-WA $1,280$1,770
- 83548 · Lewis County, ID $1,200$1,660
- 83548 · Lewiston, ID-WA $1,200$1,660
- 83555 · Lewis County, ID $1,100$1,530
- 83555 · Lewiston, ID-WA $1,100$1,530
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Nez Perce County, 44% of renter households are in that position; in Idaho, 47%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
44%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
5,106 households rent in Nez Perce County
- Spend half or more of their income 22%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 23%
- Spend less than 30% 56%
Compared with the state and the country
- Nez Perce 44%
- Idaho 47%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Nez Perce County
HUD lists 16 properties with homes for low-income households in Nez Perce County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC) and HUD-assisted buildings. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 10
- HUD-assisted
- 9
663 homes in all; 645 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Highlander - the HUD-assisted 616 Warner Ave, Lewiston 83501 102 low-income homes · For older adults · (208) 746-1201
- Turnberry at Village Green Tax credit (LIHTC) 831 Tamarack Dr, Lewiston 83501 78 homes, 77 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 54 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 1998 · For families
- Orchard Villa Apartments HUD-assisted 608 Linden Ave, Lewiston 83501 56 low-income homes · For families · (208) 743-7162
- Seapointe Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1129 Cedar Ave, Lewiston 83501 51 homes, 50 low-income · 1 bd: 50 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2012 · For older adults · (208) 743-9925
- Western Village HUD-assisted 1226 Burrell Ave, Lewiston 83501 49 low-income homes · For families · (208) 746-2093
- Tullamore Senior - Lewiston Tax credit (LIHTC) 908 Bryden Ave, Lewiston 83501 48 homes, 47 low-income · 1 bd: 32 · 2 bd: 16 · In service since 2010 · For older adults
- Mill Creek Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 419 Miller St, Lewiston 83501 41 homes, 40 low-income · 1 bd: 41 · In service since 2011 · For older adults · (541) 575-0498
- Burrell Street Station Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1124 Burrell Ave, Lewiston 83501 40 low-income homes · 1 bd: 39 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2006 · For older adults · (208) 743-0185
- Kinsale Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 920 Bryden Ave, Lewiston 83501 36 homes, 32 low-income · 1 bd: 23 · 2 bd: 13 · In service since 2018 · For older adults
- Troon Tax credit (LIHTC) 2945 Juniper Dr, Lewiston 83501 40 homes, 31 low-income · 1 bd: 32 · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 2000 · For older adults
- Adams Lane HUD-assisted 424 Adams Ln, Lewiston 83501 31 low-income homes · For families · (208) 743-0418
- Nez Perce Housing I Tax credit (LIHTC) 101 Nez Perce Drive, Lapwai 83540 30 low-income homes · 3 bd: 17 · 4 bd: 13 · In service since 2003 · For families
- Normal Hill Apartments HUD-assisted 807 9th Ave, Lewiston 83501 22 low-income homes · For older adults · (208) 746-4049
- Sundown Heights II Tax credit (LIHTC) 835 Parade Ave, Lapwai 83540 15 low-income homes · 4 bd: 15 · In service since 2009 · For families
- Sundown Heights Tax credit (LIHTC) 835 Parade Ave, Lapwai 83540 12 low-income homes · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2005 · For families
- Fairview Terrace HUD-assisted 1515 23rd Ave, Lewiston 83501 12 homes, 11 low-income · For people with disabilities · (208) 746-6069
3 properties have two programs at the same address and appear once. Search HUD's map
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Nez Perce County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. A public housing agency runs it. HUD lists none with an office in Nez Perce County; the state's agencies can help you. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $20,150 | $33,550 | $53,650 |
| 2 people | $23,000 | $38,300 | $61,350 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $43,100 | $69,000 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $47,900 | $76,650 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $51,750 | $82,800 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $55,600 | $88,950 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $59,400 | $95,050 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $63,250 | $101,200 |
Area median income: $102,900. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Lewiston, ID-WA MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $844 – $1,032
- 1 bedroom $849 – $1,037
- 2 bedrooms $1,111 – $1,357
- 3 bedrooms $1,538 – $1,880
- 4 bedrooms $1,825 – $2,231
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
HUD lists no housing agency with an office in Nez Perce County. You can apply at another agency in your state: you do not have to live where you apply. Source: HUD
Your rights as a tenant in Idaho
What Idaho law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- When must they return my deposit?
- 21 days
- Idaho Code §6-321(2)
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 3 days
- Idaho Code §6-303(2)
- How much notice before a rent increase?
- 30 days
- Idaho Code §55-304(2)
Help
Where to get help with rent in Nez Perce County
This HUD-approved agency has an office in Nez Perce County. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Idaho Housing and Finance Association--Lewiston Branch Office
2338 Nez Perce Dr, Lewiston
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Homelessness services
- and 4 more
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What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $1,234
- Security deposit
- $1,234
- Total
- $2,468
When you'll have it
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What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
- On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
- Never send money for a home you haven't seen or a lease you haven't read.
This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Nez Perce County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $938; 1 bedroom: $943; 2 bedrooms: $1,234; 3 bedrooms: $1,709; 4 bedrooms: $2,028. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Nez Perce County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($1,234) without spending more than 30% of income takes $23.73 an hour full time, or $49,360 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Nez Perce County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $47,900 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in Nez Perce County?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $1,111 and $1,357 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Nez Perce County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,100 in 83555 to $1,280 in 83545. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in Nez Perce County?
HUD lists 16 properties with homes for low-income households in Nez Perce County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC) and HUD-assisted buildings. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Nez Perce County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Nez Perce County, 44% of renter households are in that position; in Idaho, 47%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).