Muhlenberg County, KY Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Muhlenberg County, KY (area median income $72,500). 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.
Muhlenberg County, KY’s area median income of $72,500 ranks #52 of 99 HUD income-limit areas in Kentucky, where area medians range from $39,000 to $104,900.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $15,960 | $25,400 | $40,600 |
| 2 people | $21,640 | $29,000 | $46,400 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $32,650 | $52,200 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $36,250 | $58,000 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $39,150 | $62,650 |
| 6 people | $42,050 | $42,050 | $67,300 |
| 7 people | $44,950 | $44,950 | $71,950 |
| 8 people | $47,850 | $47,850 | $76,600 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Muhlenberg County, KY runs from $25,400 for a single person up to $47,850 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $76,600 for a household of eight. These limits apply to Muhlenberg 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 Muhlenberg County, KY generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $36,250, and for the deepest assistance under $33,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Muhlenberg County, KY?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $36,250 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $33,000 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $58,000 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Muhlenberg County, KY?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $25,400, and for the deepest assistance under $15,960.
Counties covered: Muhlenberg 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.