Springfield, IL MSA Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Springfield, IL MSA (area median income $114,900). 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.
Springfield, IL MSA’s area median income of $114,900 ranks #5 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 | $24,150 | $40,250 | $64,350 |
| 2 people | $27,600 | $46,000 | $73,550 |
| 3 people | $31,050 | $51,750 | $82,750 |
| 4 people | $34,450 | $57,450 | $91,900 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $62,050 | $99,300 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $66,650 | $106,650 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $71,250 | $114,000 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $75,850 | $121,350 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Springfield, IL MSA runs from $40,250 for a single person up to $75,850 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $121,350 for a household of eight. These limits apply to 2 counties (Menard County, Sangamon 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 Springfield, IL MSA generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $57,450, and for the deepest assistance under $34,450.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Springfield, IL MSA?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $57,450 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $34,450 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $91,900 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Springfield, IL MSA?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $40,250, and for the deepest assistance under $24,150.
Counties covered: Menard County, Sangamon 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.