Raleigh-Cary, NC MSA Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Raleigh-Cary, NC MSA (area median income $132,300). 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.
Raleigh-Cary, NC MSA’s area median income of $132,300 ranks #1 of 83 HUD income-limit areas in North Carolina, where area medians range from $59,300 to $132,300.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $27,800 | $46,350 | $74,100 |
| 2 people | $31,800 | $52,950 | $84,700 |
| 3 people | $35,750 | $59,550 | $95,300 |
| 4 people | $39,700 | $66,150 | $105,850 |
| 5 people | $42,900 | $71,450 | $114,350 |
| 6 people | $46,100 | $76,750 | $122,800 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $82,050 | $131,300 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $87,350 | $139,750 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Raleigh-Cary, NC MSA runs from $46,350 for a single person up to $87,350 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $139,750 for a household of eight. These limits apply to 3 counties (Franklin County, Johnston County, Wake 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 Raleigh-Cary, NC MSA generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $66,150, and for the deepest assistance under $39,700.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Raleigh-Cary, NC MSA?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $66,150 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $39,700 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $105,850 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Raleigh-Cary, NC MSA?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $46,350, and for the deepest assistance under $27,800.
Counties covered: Franklin County, Johnston County, Wake 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.