Hawaii County, HI Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Hawaii County, HI (area median income $98,300). 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.
Hawaii County, HI’s area median income of $98,300 ranks #5 of 5 HUD income-limit areas in Hawaii, where area medians range from $98,300 to $133,400.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $25,450 | $42,350 | $67,800 |
| 2 people | $29,050 | $48,400 | $77,450 |
| 3 people | $32,700 | $54,450 | $87,150 |
| 4 people | $37,950 | $60,500 | $96,800 |
| 5 people | $44,480 | $65,350 | $104,550 |
| 6 people | $51,010 | $70,200 | $112,300 |
| 7 people | $57,540 | $75,050 | $120,050 |
| 8 people | $64,070 | $79,900 | $127,800 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Hawaii County, HI runs from $42,350 for a single person up to $79,900 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $127,800 for a household of eight. These limits apply to Hawaii 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 Hawaii County, HI generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $60,500, and for the deepest assistance under $37,950.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Hawaii County, HI?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $60,500 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $37,950 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $96,800 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Hawaii County, HI?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $42,350, and for the deepest assistance under $25,450.
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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.