Lincoln Parish, LA Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Lincoln Parish, LA (area median income $67,800). 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.
Lincoln Parish, LA’s area median income of $67,800 ranks #26 of 45 HUD income-limit areas in Louisiana, where area medians range from $46,500 to $107,700.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $15,960 | $23,750 | $38,000 |
| 2 people | $21,640 | $27,150 | $43,400 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $30,550 | $48,850 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $33,900 | $54,250 |
| 5 people | $36,650 | $36,650 | $58,600 |
| 6 people | $39,350 | $39,350 | $62,950 |
| 7 people | $42,050 | $42,050 | $67,300 |
| 8 people | $44,750 | $44,750 | $71,650 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Lincoln Parish, LA runs from $23,750 for a single person up to $44,750 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $71,650 for a household of eight. These limits apply to Lincoln Parish.
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 Lincoln Parish, LA generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $33,900, and for the deepest assistance under $33,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Lincoln Parish, LA?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $33,900 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $33,000 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $54,250 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Lincoln Parish, LA?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $23,750, and for the deepest assistance under $15,960.
Counties covered: Lincoln Parish.
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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.