Salem, OR MSA Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Salem, OR MSA (area median income $103,400). 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.
Salem, OR MSA’s area median income of $103,400 ranks #5 of 31 HUD income-limit areas in Oregon, where area medians range from $68,300 to $128,300.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $21,400 | $35,650 | $57,050 |
| 2 people | $24,450 | $40,750 | $65,200 |
| 3 people | $27,500 | $45,850 | $73,350 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $50,900 | $81,450 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $55,000 | $88,000 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $59,050 | $94,500 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $63,150 | $101,000 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $67,200 | $107,550 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Salem, OR MSA runs from $35,650 for a single person up to $67,200 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $107,550 for a household of eight. These limits apply to 2 counties (Marion County, Polk 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 Salem, OR MSA generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $50,900, and for the deepest assistance under $33,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Salem, OR MSA?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $50,900 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $33,000 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $81,450 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Salem, OR MSA?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $35,650, and for the deepest assistance under $21,400.
Counties covered: Marion County, Polk 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.