Gaines County, TX Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Gaines County, TX (area median income $87,900). 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.
Gaines County, TX’s area median income of $87,900 ranks #71 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 | $19,250 | $32,100 | $51,350 |
| 2 people | $22,000 | $36,700 | $58,650 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $41,250 | $66,000 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $45,800 | $73,300 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $49,500 | $79,200 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $53,200 | $85,050 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $56,850 | $90,900 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $60,500 | $96,800 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Gaines County, TX runs from $32,100 for a single person up to $60,500 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $96,800 for a household of eight. These limits apply to Gaines 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 Gaines County, TX generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $45,800, and for the deepest assistance under $33,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Gaines County, TX?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $45,800 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $33,000 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $73,300 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Gaines County, TX?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $32,100, and for the deepest assistance under $19,250.
Counties covered: Gaines 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.