Jefferson County, IN Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Jefferson County, IN (area median income $83,700). 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.
Jefferson County, IN’s area median income of $83,700 ranks #49 of 73 HUD income-limit areas in Indiana, where area medians range from $61,800 to $110,900.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $17,850 | $29,700 | $47,500 |
| 2 people | $21,640 | $33,950 | $54,300 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $38,200 | $61,100 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $42,400 | $67,850 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $45,800 | $73,300 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $49,200 | $78,750 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $52,600 | $84,150 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $56,000 | $89,600 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Jefferson County, IN runs from $29,700 for a single person up to $56,000 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $89,600 for a household of eight. These limits apply to Jefferson 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 Jefferson County, IN generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $42,400, and for the deepest assistance under $33,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Jefferson County, IN?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $42,400 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $33,000 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $67,850 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Jefferson County, IN?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $29,700, and for the deepest assistance under $17,850.
Counties covered: Jefferson 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.