Jackson, MI MSA Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Jackson, MI MSA (area median income $101,200). 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.
Jackson, MI MSA’s area median income of $101,200 ranks #12 of 77 HUD income-limit areas in Michigan, where area medians range from $62,600 to $142,300.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $19,500 | $32,450 | $51,950 |
| 2 people | $22,250 | $37,100 | $59,350 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $41,700 | $66,750 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $46,350 | $74,150 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $50,100 | $80,100 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $53,750 | $86,050 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $57,500 | $91,950 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $61,200 | $97,900 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Jackson, MI MSA runs from $32,450 for a single person up to $61,200 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $97,900 for a household of eight. These limits apply to Jackson 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 Jackson, MI MSA generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $46,350, and for the deepest assistance under $33,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Jackson, MI MSA?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $46,350 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $33,000 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $74,150 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Jackson, MI MSA?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $32,450, and for the deepest assistance under $19,500.
Counties covered: Jackson 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.