Bismarck, ND MSA Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Bismarck, ND MSA (area median income $113,000). 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.
Bismarck, ND MSA’s area median income of $113,000 ranks #9 of 49 HUD income-limit areas in North Dakota, where area medians range from $48,100 to $130,800.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $23,750 | $39,550 | $63,300 |
| 2 people | $27,150 | $45,200 | $72,350 |
| 3 people | $30,550 | $50,850 | $81,400 |
| 4 people | $33,900 | $56,500 | $90,400 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $61,050 | $97,650 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $65,550 | $104,900 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $70,100 | $112,100 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $74,600 | $119,350 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Bismarck, ND MSA runs from $39,550 for a single person up to $74,600 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $119,350 for a household of eight. These limits apply to 3 counties (Burleigh County, Morton County, Oliver 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 Bismarck, ND MSA generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $56,500, and for the deepest assistance under $33,900.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Bismarck, ND MSA?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $56,500 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $33,900 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $90,400 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Bismarck, ND MSA?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $39,550, and for the deepest assistance under $23,750.
Counties covered: Burleigh County, Morton County, Oliver 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.