Abilene, TX MSA Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Abilene, TX MSA (area median income $92,100). 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.
Abilene, TX MSA’s area median income of $92,100 ranks #48 of 214 HUD income-limit areas in Texas, where area medians range from $38,700 to $144,200.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $19,400 | $32,250 | $51,600 |
| 2 people | $22,150 | $36,850 | $59,000 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $41,450 | $66,350 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $46,050 | $73,700 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $49,750 | $79,600 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $53,450 | $85,500 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $57,150 | $91,400 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $60,800 | $97,300 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Abilene, TX MSA runs from $32,250 for a single person up to $60,800 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $97,300 for a household of eight. These limits apply to 3 counties (Callahan County, Jones County, Taylor 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 Abilene, TX MSA generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $46,050, and for the deepest assistance under $33,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Abilene, TX MSA?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $46,050 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $33,000 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $73,700 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Abilene, TX MSA?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $32,250, and for the deepest assistance under $19,400.
Counties covered: Callahan County, Jones County, Taylor 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.