Northwest Arctic Borough, AK Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Northwest Arctic Borough, AK (area median income $88,400). 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.
Northwest Arctic Borough, AK’s area median income of $88,400 ranks #21 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 | $23,650 | $39,400 | $63,000 |
| 2 people | $27,050 | $45,000 | $72,000 |
| 3 people | $34,150 | $50,650 | $81,000 |
| 4 people | $41,250 | $56,250 | $90,000 |
| 5 people | $48,350 | $60,750 | $97,200 |
| 6 people | $55,450 | $65,250 | $104,400 |
| 7 people | $62,550 | $69,750 | $111,600 |
| 8 people | $69,650 | $74,250 | $118,800 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Northwest Arctic Borough, AK runs from $39,400 for a single person up to $74,250 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $118,800 for a household of eight. These limits apply to Northwest Arctic Borough.
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 Northwest Arctic Borough, AK generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $56,250, and for the deepest assistance under $41,250.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Northwest Arctic Borough, AK?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $56,250 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $41,250 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $90,000 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Northwest Arctic Borough, AK?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $39,400, and for the deepest assistance under $23,650.
Counties covered: Northwest Arctic Borough.
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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.