Sussex County, DE Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Sussex County, DE (area median income $103,200). 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.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $21,700 | $36,150 | $57,800 |
| 2 people | $24,800 | $41,300 | $66,050 |
| 3 people | $27,900 | $46,450 | $74,300 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $51,600 | $82,550 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $55,750 | $89,200 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $59,900 | $95,800 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $64,000 | $102,400 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $68,150 | $109,000 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Sussex County, DE runs from $36,150 for a single person up to $68,150 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $109,000 for a household of eight. These limits apply to Sussex County.
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 Sussex County, DE generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $51,600, and for the deepest assistance under $33,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Sussex County, DE?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $51,600 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $33,000 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $82,550 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Sussex County, DE?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $36,150, and for the deepest assistance under $21,700.
Counties covered: Sussex County.
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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.