Lake County, MN Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Lake County, MN (area median income $99,900). 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.
Lake County, MN’s area median income of $99,900 ranks #29 of 73 HUD income-limit areas in Minnesota, where area medians range from $76,300 to $135,800.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $21,000 | $35,000 | $55,950 |
| 2 people | $24,000 | $40,000 | $63,950 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $45,000 | $71,950 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $49,950 | $79,900 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $53,950 | $86,300 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $57,950 | $92,700 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $61,950 | $99,100 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $65,950 | $105,500 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Lake County, MN runs from $35,000 for a single person up to $65,950 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $105,500 for a household of eight. These limits apply to Lake 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 Lake County, MN generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $49,950, and for the deepest assistance under $33,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Lake County, MN?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $49,950 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $33,000 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $79,900 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Lake County, MN?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $35,000, and for the deepest assistance under $21,000.
Counties covered: Lake 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.