Jackson County, WI Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Jackson County, WI (area median income $86,300). 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.
Jackson County, WI’s area median income of $86,300 ranks #49 of 62 HUD income-limit areas in Wisconsin, where area medians range from $74,100 to $135,300.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $20,200 | $33,600 | $53,800 |
| 2 people | $23,050 | $38,400 | $61,450 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $43,200 | $69,150 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $48,000 | $76,800 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $51,850 | $82,950 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $55,700 | $89,100 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $59,550 | $95,250 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $63,400 | $101,400 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Jackson County, WI runs from $33,600 for a single person up to $63,400 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $101,400 for a household of eight. These limits apply to Jackson 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 Jackson County, WI generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $48,000, and for the deepest assistance under $33,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Jackson County, WI?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $48,000 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $33,000 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $76,800 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Jackson County, WI?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $33,600, and for the deepest assistance under $20,200.
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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.