Johnson County, MO Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Johnson County, MO (area median income $91,500). 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.
Johnson County, MO’s area median income of $91,500 ranks #6 of 91 HUD income-limit areas in Missouri, where area medians range from $52,000 to $119,200.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $19,250 | $32,050 | $51,250 |
| 2 people | $22,000 | $36,600 | $58,600 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $41,200 | $65,900 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $45,750 | $73,200 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $49,450 | $79,100 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $53,100 | $84,950 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $56,750 | $90,800 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $60,400 | $96,650 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Johnson County, MO runs from $32,050 for a single person up to $60,400 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $96,650 for a household of eight. These limits apply to Johnson 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 Johnson County, MO generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $45,750, and for the deepest assistance under $33,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Johnson County, MO?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $45,750 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $33,000 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $73,200 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Johnson County, MO?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $32,050, and for the deepest assistance under $19,250.
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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.