Columbia County, WA Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Columbia County, WA (area median income $102,200). 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.
Columbia County, WA’s area median income of $102,200 ranks #18 of 33 HUD income-limit areas in Washington, where area medians range from $77,300 to $164,400.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $21,500 | $35,800 | $57,250 |
| 2 people | $24,550 | $40,900 | $65,400 |
| 3 people | $27,600 | $46,000 | $73,600 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $51,100 | $81,750 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $55,200 | $88,300 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $59,300 | $94,850 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $63,400 | $101,400 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $67,500 | $107,950 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Columbia County, WA runs from $35,800 for a single person up to $67,500 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $107,950 for a household of eight. These limits apply to Columbia 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 Columbia County, WA generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $51,100, and for the deepest assistance under $33,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Columbia County, WA?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $51,100 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $33,000 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $81,750 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Columbia County, WA?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $35,800, and for the deepest assistance under $21,500.
Counties covered: Columbia 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.