Jefferson County, WA Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Jefferson County, WA (area median income $107,000). 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.
Jefferson County, WA’s area median income of $107,000 ranks #13 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 | $22,500 | $37,450 | $59,950 |
| 2 people | $25,700 | $42,800 | $68,500 |
| 3 people | $28,900 | $48,150 | $77,050 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $53,500 | $85,600 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $57,800 | $92,450 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $62,100 | $99,300 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $66,350 | $106,150 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $70,650 | $113,000 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Jefferson County, WA runs from $37,450 for a single person up to $70,650 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $113,000 for a household of eight. These limits apply to Jefferson 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 Jefferson County, WA generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $53,500, and for the deepest assistance under $33,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Jefferson County, WA?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $53,500 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $33,000 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $85,600 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Jefferson County, WA?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $37,450, and for the deepest assistance under $22,500.
Counties covered: Jefferson 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.