Nome Census Area, AK Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Nome Census Area, AK (area median income $80,000). They determine who qualifies for income-based and affordable housing — Section 8 vouchers, public housing, Section 202/811, and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) units — by household size.
Nome Census Area, AK’s area median income of $80,000 ranks #27 of 30 HUD income-limit areas in Alaska, where area medians range from $55,800 to $146,200.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $22,250 | $37,100 | $59,300 |
| 2 people | $27,050 | $42,400 | $67,800 |
| 3 people | $34,150 | $47,650 | $76,250 |
| 4 people | $41,250 | $52,950 | $84,700 |
| 5 people | $48,350 | $57,200 | $91,500 |
| 6 people | $55,450 | $61,450 | $98,300 |
| 7 people | $62,550 | $65,700 | $105,050 |
| 8 people | $69,650 | $69,900 | $111,850 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Nome Census Area, AK runs from $37,100 for a single person up to $69,900 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $111,850 for a household of eight. These limits apply to Nome Census Area.
Do you qualify?
Most income-based programs cap eligibility at the Very Low Income (50%) level, and the deepest assistance — public housing and most Section 8 vouchers — targets households at or below Extremely Low Income (30%). LIHTC and other affordable units commonly use the Low Income (80%) threshold. For example, a household of four in Nome Census Area, AK generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $52,950, and for the deepest assistance under $41,250.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Nome Census Area, AK?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $52,950 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $41,250 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $84,700 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Nome Census Area, AK?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $37,100, and for the deepest assistance under $22,250.
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Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), FY2026 Income Limits. Limits are updated annually and may be adjusted for high-cost areas.