Bloomington, IL MSA Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Bloomington, IL MSA (area median income $117,000). 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.
Bloomington, IL MSA’s area median income of $117,000 ranks #3 of 83 HUD income-limit areas in Illinois, where area medians range from $65,900 to $135,800.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $24,600 | $40,950 | $65,550 |
| 2 people | $28,100 | $46,800 | $74,900 |
| 3 people | $31,600 | $52,650 | $84,250 |
| 4 people | $35,100 | $58,500 | $93,600 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $63,200 | $101,100 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $67,900 | $108,600 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $72,550 | $116,100 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $77,250 | $123,600 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Bloomington, IL MSA runs from $40,950 for a single person up to $77,250 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $123,600 for a household of eight. These limits apply to McLean 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 Bloomington, IL MSA generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $58,500, and for the deepest assistance under $35,100.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Bloomington, IL MSA?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $58,500 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $35,100 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $93,600 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Bloomington, IL MSA?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $40,950, and for the deepest assistance under $24,600.
Counties covered: McLean 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.