Valdosta, GA MSA Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Valdosta, GA MSA (area median income $82,600). 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.
Valdosta, GA MSA’s area median income of $82,600 ranks #29 of 111 HUD income-limit areas in Georgia, where area medians range from $43,600 to $117,800.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $17,400 | $28,950 | $46,300 |
| 2 people | $21,640 | $33,050 | $52,900 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $37,200 | $59,500 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $41,300 | $66,100 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $44,650 | $71,400 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $47,950 | $76,700 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $51,250 | $82,000 |
| 8 people | $54,550 | $54,550 | $87,300 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Valdosta, GA MSA runs from $28,950 for a single person up to $54,550 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $87,300 for a household of eight. These limits apply to 4 counties (Brooks County, Echols County, Lanier County, Lowndes 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 Valdosta, GA MSA generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $41,300, and for the deepest assistance under $33,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Valdosta, GA MSA?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $41,300 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $33,000 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $66,100 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Valdosta, GA MSA?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $28,950, and for the deepest assistance under $17,400.
Counties covered: Brooks County, Echols County, Lanier County, Lowndes 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.